Experienced SEND Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in West London is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities. The ideal candidate will be patient, flexible, and possess experience working with SEND, including ASD and ADHD. This role involves providing individual and small group support, assisting in lesson delivery, and fostering an inclusive learning environment. The position offers competitive pay and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

CPD courses and certificates

TeacherActive referral scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special educational needs and disabilities.
• Strong patience and commitment to support individual learning needs.
• Good knowledge of SEND including ASD, ADHD, and SEMH.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and social development.
• Help create a safe and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Experience working with children with SEND

Patience and caring nature

Teamwork

Understanding of SEND (ASD, ADHD, SEMH)

Flexibility

Job description

Dedicated and Compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant

Join a welcoming primary school provision in West London. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have previous experience working with children with SEND (essential)
• Be patient, caring, and committed to supporting individual learning needs
• Have a good understanding of a range of SEND, including ASD, ADHD, and SEMH
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team and follow guidance from teaching staff
• Be reliable, flexible, and enthusiastic about making a positive impact

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and accessible lessons
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour, and social development
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

We offer:

• A supportive school and staff team
• Competitive rates of pay, dependent on experience
• Market‑leading rates of pay
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My‑Progression channel
• TeacherActive referral scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)

If you are passionate about supporting children with SEND and are looking for a role within a primary school provision in West London, we would love to hear from you.

Our teachers are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of tax and National Insurance, with no admin charges taken from your hard‑earned cash.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.

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