SEN Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist school in Hounslow is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant. The role involves supporting students with special educational needs, including autism and ADHD. Ideal candidates will have a strong academic background and experience with SEN. This is a permanent position starting in September 2025, with opportunities for graduates wishing to pursue a teaching career.

Benefits

Great transport links

Staff car park

Supportive SEN team

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN in a school setting.
• Understanding of SEN strategies and interventions.
• Knowledge of Makaton or PECs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support students with academic, social, and emotional development.
• Assist with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and EHCPs.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Patience

Empathy

Resilience

Proactivity

Adaptability

Education

2:1 or above from a top UK university

Degree in Psychology (desirable)

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Hounslow

Contract type: Permanent (FTC positions may also be available for the right candidate)
Start date: September 2025
Hours: 8.30am - 4pm approximately
Salary: £22,500 - £26,000

SEN Teaching Assistant - responsibilities

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students who have a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Your role will involve:

*Providing one-to-one and small group support to students in the classroom (multiple subject areas).
*Assisting with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and EHCPs (Education, Health, and Care Plans).
*Supporting students with their academic, social, and emotional development.
*Helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
*Collaborating with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for students.
*Encouraging independence and confidence in students.

SEN Teaching Assistant - school

*Specialist school in Hounslow
*Primary and secondary section - flexibility required
*Great transport links and a staff car park
*Welcoming SEN team
*Supportive of graduates wishing to train as teachers

SEN Teaching Assistant - requirements

*A 2:1 or above from a top UK university - Psychology graduates are desirable
*Has experience working with children or young people with SEN, ideally in a school setting
*Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills
*Patient, empathetic, and resilient, with a positive attitude
*Has a good understanding of SEN strategies and interventions
*Proactive, adaptable, and able to work effectively as part of a team
*Knowledge of Makaton or PECs is desirable
*Considering a career in teaching or Educational Psychology

How to apply:

If this SEN Teaching Assistant role sounds like the perfect role for you, please don't hesitate to apply via this advert. Michaela at Aspire People will be in touch within 24 hours of application if you have been shortlisted.

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Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.




Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.