Teaching Assistant

Reeson Education; East Finchley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Small class sizes

Professional development

Career progression within specialist教育

Job summary

Reeson Education is seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in North West London. You will work with pupils who have additional needs to access learning in a personalised, nurturing environment.

You will support learning both inside and outside the classroom, building confidence, independence and resilience in pupils while collaborating with teachers and support staff. DBS checks and safeguarding are part of the appointment process.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with SEN is desirable.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Patience and resilience in supporting diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN.
• Support pupils to engage with lessons and activities.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and resilience.
• Adapt approaches to meet individual learning and emotional needs.
• Support positive behaviour and pupil wellbeing.
• Build strong relationships with pupils and staff.
• Collaborate with teachers and the school team.
• Support learning activities both on and off-site.

Skills

SEN experience

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and helping them overcome barriers to learning?

A specialist SEN school in North West London is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and resilient Teaching Assistant to join its supportive team from September 2026.

The school supports young people who may have experienced challenges or disruption within their education and require a personalised, nurturing approach to help them re-engage with learning. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to make a genuine difference to pupils' confidence, independence and educational progress.

The Role:

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to provide individualised support both inside and outside the classroom. You will help pupils access learning, develop positive relationships and build the skills and confidence they need to succeed.

Responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN
• Supporting pupils to engage with lessons and learning activities
• Helping young people develop confidence, independence and resilience
• Adapting your approach to meet individual learning and emotional needs
• Supporting positive behaviour and pupil wellbeing
• Building strong and trusting relationships with young people
• Working collaboratively with teachers and other members of the school team
• Supporting pupils with educational activities both on and off site

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has a genuine passion for working with young people with SEN
• Is positive, patient, compassionate and resilient
• Can build strong professional relationships with pupils
• Is flexible and able to adapt to individual needs
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Is committed to inclusion and helping every pupil achieve their potential
• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN is desirable

The School Offers:

• Small class sizes and personalised approaches to learning
• A welcoming and highly supportive staff team
• Excellent opportunities for professional development
• Opportunities for career progression within specialist education
• A rewarding working environment where you can see the impact of your support

This position would suit an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant as well as someone with relevant experience who is looking to develop their career within specialist education.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and relevant pre-employment checks.