SEN Teaching Assistant — Long-Term SEND Role in Kingston

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; East Horsley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term contract until July 2027

Specialist SEND experience

Impact on students' lives

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join a well-established SEND school in Kingston upon Thames, supporting KS1-KS5 pupils with a range of needs. This is a long-term, full-time role working Monday to Friday, starting September 2026 with a contract until July 2027.

You will collaborate with teachers and therapists to promote independence and inclusion, delivering 1:1 and small-group support while building positive relationships across the school community.

Qualifications

• Positive, patient and proactive approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to supporting children and young people.
• DBS check required or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of additional needs
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support as required
• Work closely with teachers and therapists
• Encourage independence, confidence and participation
• Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Support pupils with social and emotional development
• Assist with classroom activities and differentiated learning
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff

Skills

Patience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Commitment to pupil welfare

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join a well-established SEND school in Kingston upon Thames, supporting KS1-KS5 pupils with a range of needs. This is a long-term, full-time role working Monday to Friday, starting September 2026 with a contract until July 2027.

You will collaborate with teachers and therapists to promote independence and inclusion, delivering 1:1 and small-group support while building positive relationships across the school community.