Teaching Assistant

Horizon Teachers; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Teachers is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Kingston upon Thames. You will provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs, collaborating with teachers and the SEN team to tailor approaches.

The ideal candidate has strong SEN experience, a patient and proactive mindset, and a passion for helping children progress academically, socially, and emotionally.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN.
• Ability to provide 1:1 or small-group support.
• Understanding of Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language and learning needs.
• Adapt activities and communication to individual needs.
• Patient, nurturing and emotionally intelligent approach.
• Ability to handle challenging or dysregulated behaviour.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Proactive collaboration with teachers and SEN team.
• Passion for helping children progress and develop independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Collaborate with class teacher, SENCO, and support staff to ensure consistent support.
• Build trust quickly, stay calm and patient to understand individual learning needs.
• Contribute to creating an inclusive classroom environment for all pupils.

Skills

SEN experience

1:1 & small-group support

Autism ADHD SEMH speech-language needs

Adapt activities for individual needs

Emotional intelligence

Behaviour management

Communication & teamwork

Relationship building

Proactive SEN collaboration

Passion for helping children

Job description

Location: Kingston upon Thames, South West London

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant

Contract: Full-time, Long-term

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: Monday–Friday, full school day

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity within a welcoming and inclusive primary school?

We are currently working with a fantastic primary school in Kingston who are looking to appoint a committed and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong SEN experience who wants to build meaningful relationships with pupils and play an important role in their academic, social and emotional development.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide high-quality 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs, helping them to access the curriculum and feel confident within the classroom.

You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team to ensure pupils receive the consistent and individualised support they need.

The successful candidate will be someone who can build trust quickly, remain calm and patient, and understand that every child has different needs and ways of learning.

We are keen to hear from candidates who have genuine and substantial experience supporting children with SEN.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong previous experience working with children with special educational needs
• Experience providing 1:1 and/or small-group support
• A good understanding of needs including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties and learning difficulties
• The ability to adapt activities and communication to meet individual needs
• A patient, nurturing and emotionally intelligent approach
• The confidence to support pupils who may display challenging or dysregulated behaviour
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• A proactive attitude and willingness to work closely with teachers and the SEN team
• A genuine passion for helping children progress, develop independence and reach their potential

Why This Opportunity?

This is an excellent chance to join a supportive and inclusive primary school where pupils are at the heart of everything the school does.

You’ll be joining a team that understands the importance of high-quality SEN support and values Teaching Assistants who go the extra mile for their pupils.

You can expect:

• A full-time, long-term position
• An ASAP start
• The potential for the role to become permanent
• A supportive and welcoming school environment
• The opportunity to develop your SEN experience further
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day