SEN Teaching Assistant (September 2025)

Academics; London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected SEN school in London is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to start in September 2025. This full-time position offers the opportunity to support children with special needs, facilitating their learning and personal development in a nurturing environment. The role includes adapting classroom activities, promoting independence, and contributing to individual development plans, making a vital difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities

Term-time only working with school holidays off

Supportive school community

Good transport links across South West London and Surrey

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an SEN or education setting is ideal.
• Ability to assist with personal care and behaviour support.
• Willingness to obtain Enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils’ learning and engagement under the direction of teaching staff.
• Help promote independence and communication in students.
• Assist with behaviour management and emotional regulation.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Enthusiasm

Education

Experience with children or young people

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02.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: New Malden
Job Type: Full-time (Term Time Only)
Start Date: September 2025

About the School:
This well-respected Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in New Malden provides a supportive, inclusive environment for children and young people with a range of additional needs, including autism, learning disabilities, and communication difficulties. The school is known for its warm, child-centred approach and highly skilled multidisciplinary team.

The Role:
The school is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistants to join the team from September 2025. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with SEN in both classroom-based and practical learning activities, helping them reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

* Support pupils’ learning and engagement under the direction of teaching staff and therapists
* Adapt classroom activities to meet a variety of learning styles and needs
* Help promote independence, communication, and confidence in students
* Assist with behaviour management, transitions, and emotional regulation
* Provide personal care where required
* Contribute to planning, observations, and reporting as part of a team

Person Specification:

* Previous experience with children or young people, ideally in an SEN or education setting
* Kind, patient, and enthusiastic approach
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Willingness to learn and adapt to different support needs
* Ability to assist with personal care and behaviour support
* Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)

What the School Offers:

* A supportive and inclusive school community
* Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities
* A chance to make a real difference in children’s lives
* Term-time only working with school holidays off
* Good transport links across South West London and Surrey