SEND Teaching Assistant

Ribbons & Reeves; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Ealing is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant for a full-time placement starting September 2025. The role focuses on supporting children with Speech, Language and Communication Needs in a nurturing environment, providing opportunities for professional development and collaboration with skilled staff.

Benefits

Ongoing training from experienced SEN professionals

Collaborative staff culture with regular CPD opportunities

Hands-on experience supporting pupils with EHCPs

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with additional needs in a school or childcare setting.
• Enthusiastic and committed to supporting children's learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Support children with a range of SEND including speech and language difficulties and ASD.
• Deliver targeted interventions as guided by SENCOs and therapists.
• Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to parents/carers.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive attitude

Empathy

Patience

Adaptability

Education

2:1 or above in Psychology, Childhood Studies, or Education

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - Ealing - September 2025 Start

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to join a warm and inclusive primary school in Ealing this September. This school, rated Good' by Ofsted, prides itself on providing a nurturing environment where all pupils can thrive - especially those with additional learning needs. The role is based within the school's dedicated ARP, designed to support children with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) and other SEND profiles.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will benefit from:

• Working in a specialist provision with ongoing training from experienced SEN professionals
• A full-time, full-academic year placement - ideal for aspiring teachers or therapists
• A collaborative and supportive staff culture with regular CPD opportunities
• Hands-on experience supporting pupils with EHCPs and a variety of learning needs
• The chance to make a lasting impact on children's development and confidence

Your responsibilities as a SEND Teaching Assistant will include:

• Supporting children across EYFS and KS1 with a range of SEND including speech and language difficulties, ASD, and developmental delays
• Delivering targeted interventions under the guidance of SENCOs and therapists
• Promoting emotional regulation and positive behaviour through established school strategies
• Adapting classroom resources and activities to meet individual learning needs
• Monitoring and recording student progress, feeding back to teachers and parents/carers

To be successful as a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will need:

• A 2:1 or above in a relevant degree such as Psychology, Childhood Studies or Education
• Experience working with children with additional needs, ideally in a school or childcare setting
• Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude towards supporting learning
• A patient, empathetic and adaptable personality suited to a dynamic SEN environment

This SEND Teaching Assistant role is based in Ealing, offering excellent transport links and a welcoming school community.

Ribbons & Reeves are London's leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level's secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this SEND Teaching Assistant in Ealing. For other roles like this, check out our website, search Ribbons & Reeves'. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this SEND Teaching Assistant role.

SEND Teaching Assistant | Ealing