SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Kingston Upon Thames, South West London
Job Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Start Date: ASAP / September Start Available
Make a Real Difference Every Day Are you a recent graduate looking to develop your experience within Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential?
We are recruiting on behalf of a highly supportive and well-established all-through SEND School in Kingston Upon Thames, catering for pupils from Primary through to Key Stage 5. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, therapists, or individuals looking to build a rewarding career within special education.
No previous school-based SEN experience is required. The school provides ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development to help you succeed in the role.
About the Role As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to support pupils with a range of additional learning needs. You will help create a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing one-to-one and small group support to students
• Assisting pupils with learning, communication, and social development
• Supporting students with a range of special educational needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech & Language difficulties, and Complex Needs
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive behaviour
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff
• Helping to create a safe and nurturing learning environment

What We’re Looking For We welcome applications from graduates and individuals who are:

• Passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient
• Confident communicating with students, staff, and parents
• Positive, proactive, and eager to learn
• Interested in pursuing a career in education, psychology, therapy, social care, or related fields

Desirable but Not Essential

• Experience working with children or young people
• Volunteering, tutoring, coaching, mentoring, or care experience
• Previous experience supporting individuals with additional needs

What the School Offers

• Comprehensive SEN training and ongoing professional development
• A supportive and welcoming leadership team
• Opportunities to work alongside experienced teachers and therapists
• Valuable experience across Primary, Secondary, and Post-16 settings
• Clear progression routes into teaching, therapy, pastoral support, and wider education roles
• A rewarding and fulfilling role where no two days are the same

Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a specialist SEND setting while making a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people. Whether you’re a graduate exploring a future career in education or someone passionate about supporting students with additional needs, this role offers excellent training and career development opportunities.
Apply today to begin your journey in special education and help empower young people to achieve their potential.