SEN Teaching Assistant

Operam Education; Hanworth; On-site; GBP 23,432 - 25,025; Full time

Job summary

Operam Education is partnering with a welcoming primary school in Feltham to recruit a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant for a full-time, term-time role. You will provide dedicated 1:1 support and help the pupil engage across the school day.

The role requires a calm, proactive individual with strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with pupils, staff and families. An enhanced DBS check and QTS/equivalent may be required as part of safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs in a school or similar setting.
• Calm, positive, and resilient approach to supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Confidence in adapting to individual needs and responding flexibly throughout the day.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to work collaboratively as part of a school team.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day.
• Support the pupil's academic, social and emotional development.
• Implement strategies recommended by the SENCO and external professionals.
• Adapt learning activities to meet the pupil's individual needs.
• Encourage independence while offering guidance and reassurance.
• Build a positive, trusting relationship with the pupil to promote engagement and confidence.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to the class teacher and SENCO.
• Support positive behaviour using nurturing approaches.
• Work closely with teachers, parents and other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for the pupil.
• Assist with personal care where required (if applicable).

Skills

SEN experience

Calm positive approach

Communication skills

Relationship building

Adaptability

Collaborative team player

Job description

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – Full Time

Location: Feltham, West London

Pay: £515-£550 per week

Start Date: 3rd September

Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only

About the School

We are working with a welcoming primary school in Feltham that is committed to providing a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. The school has a strong focus on supporting pupils with additional needs and prides itself on its caring ethos, dedicated staff team, and positive relationships with families. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school community that values collaboration, professional development, and high-quality inclusive education.

Main Responsibilities

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day.
• Supporting the pupil's academic, social, and emotional development.
• Implementing strategies recommended by the SENCO and external professionals.
• Adapting learning activities to meet the individual needs of the pupil.
• Encouraging independence while offering appropriate guidance and reassurance.
• Building a positive, trusting relationship with the pupil to promote engagement and confidence.
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback to the class teacher and SENCO.
• Supporting positive behaviour using consistent and nurturing approaches.
• Working closely with teachers, parents, and other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for the pupil.
• Assisting with personal care where required (if applicable).

About You

• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), either in a school or similar setting.
• A calm, positive, and resilient approach to supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Confidence in adapting to the individual needs of the child and responding flexibly throughout the day.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to work collaboratively as part of a dedicated school team.

Inclusive Employment Statement

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.