Teaching Assistant Sep 2025

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Kingston upon Thames, South West London
Job Type: Full-time (Term Time Only)
Start Date: September 2025

About the School:
This well-respected Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Kingston upon Thames provides a supportive, inclusive environment for children and young people with a range of additional needs, including autism, learning disabilities, and communication difficulties. The school is known for its warm, child-centred approach and highly skilled multidisciplinary team.

The Role:
The school is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistants to join the team from September 2025. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with SEN in both classroom-based and practical learning activities, helping them reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils' learning and engagement under the direction of teaching staff and therapists
• Adapt classroom activities to meet a variety of learning styles and needs
• Help promote independence, communication, and confidence in students
• Assist with behaviour management, transitions, and emotional regulation
• Provide personal care where required
• Contribute to planning, observations, and reporting as part of a team

Person Specification:

• Previous experience with children or young people, ideally in an SEN or education setting
• Kind, patient, and enthusiastic approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to learn and adapt to different support needs
• Ability to assist with personal care and behaviour support
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)

What the School Offers:

• A supportive and inclusive school community
• Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities
• A chance to make a real difference in children's lives
• Term-time only working with school holidays off
• Good transport links across South West London and Surrey