SEND Teaching Assistants - South West London

Empowering Learning Ltd; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join SEND schools in Richmond/Twickenham. This full-time, term-time only role runs 8:30am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday, supporting students in small classes and collaborating with teachers.

You will help with academic and emotional support, manage challenging behaviour positively, and contribute to students' confidence and life skills. DBS and references will be required for successful applicants.

Qualifications

• Patience, resilience and ability to build strong relationships.
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills.
• Motivate and support students in learning and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Support students academically and emotionally in a small class setting (around 10 students).
• Work closely with teachers to manage challenging behaviour positively.
• Act as a positive role model to help students develop confidence, resilience and life skills.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Behaviour management

Communication

SEND experience

Job description

Teaching Assistants - SEND Schools - Richmond/Twickenham

Do you thrive working a challenging environment? Are you a resilient, consistent, and compassionate individual looking to make a real impact in the lives of young people?

Empowering Learning are seeking a Teaching Assistant to join teams at SEND schools across South West London.

About the Role:

Full-time, long-term position - Monday to Friday, term-time only.

Hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm

• Supporting students both academically and emotionally in a small class setting (around 10 students)
• Working closely with teachers and the wider school team to manage challenging behaviour positively
• Acting as a positive role model, helping students develop confidence, resilience, and essential life skills
• Strong leadership support and opportunities for career progression

What We’re Looking For:

• Patience, resilience, and the ability to build strong, trusting relationships
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills
• A kind but firm approach to support students in their learning and personal development
• Ability to motivate and engage students with SEND
• Experience in a similar role is beneficial, but a positive attitude and willingness to learn are just as important

This is an incredibly rewarding role, offering the chance to genuinely change the lives of young people who need extra support. If you are passionate about helping students succeed and thrive, we would love to hear from you!

If you are from a Psychology, Youth Worker, Sports Coach, Life Coach or Mentoring background and you feel you have the right knowledge and training to make a difference we would love to hear from you.

The successful applicants will require an enhanced DBS check and references will be taken up.

INDELSEN