Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Pertemps Education Network; Ealing; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An inclusive education provider in Ealing is seeking a caring Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs. You will help pupils access learning while promoting their social and emotional development. Ideal candidates are patient and communicative, with a commitment to full-time work during term time. Training will be provided, and opportunities for career progression are available.

Benefits

Ongoing training and CPD in SEN

Supportive staff and leadership team

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in education, childcare, or SEN setting preferred.
• Flexible and proactive attitude essential.
• Commitment to full-time work during term-time required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with SEN.
• Implement support strategies for learning and behavior.
• Adapt activities with class teachers.
• Support social and emotional development.
• Promote inclusion and safeguarding.

Skills

Patient

Empathetic

Good communication

Teamwork

Job description

Location: Ealing

💼 Contract: Full-time, term‑time only

🕓 Hours: Monday‑Friday, 8:30am‑4pm

📅 Start Date: ASAP

💰 Pay: £100-£115

About the School

A friendly and inclusive specialist school in Ealing is seeking a caring and dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. The school is proud of its nurturing ethos and commitment to ensuring every child can succeed. They provide a positive, inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning.

You will be working with children who have Special Educational Needs (SEN), including autism, speech and language difficulties, or social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH), helping them to access learning and reach their full potential.

Your Role

• Provide 1:1 or small‑group support for pupils with SEN.
• Implement learning, communication, and behaviour support strategies.
• Work closely with class teachers and the SENCo to adapt activities and resources.
• Support children's social and emotional development throughout the school day.
• Promote inclusion, wellbeing, and safeguarding at all times.
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About You

• Patient, empathetic, and passionate about supporting children with SEN.
• Ideally experienced in an education, childcare, or SEN setting (training provided).
• A confident communicator who works well in a team.
• Flexible, proactive, and keen to learn.
• Able to commit full‑time during term‑time.

What We Offer

• Ongoing training and CPD in SEN and inclusive education.
• Supportive staff and leadership team.
• Opportunities to work alongside specialist professionals (e.g. SENCo, Speech and Language Therapists).
• A welcoming school community where every day makes a difference.
• Career progression pathways into Teaching, Educational Psychology, or Therapy roles.