SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (EHCP Support)
Location: Hammersmith & Fulham, London
Start Date: July 2026
Contract: Full Time, Temporary
Salary: £16–£19 per hour
Salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher rates are reserved for candidates with substantial experience and/or relevant training. Pay is determined in line with school expectations and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable.

Teach Now is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant (EHCP Support) to join a nurturing and inclusive primary school in Fulham. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with an EHCP, helping them access learning, build confidence, and thrive both academically and socially.

The school is a vibrant primary setting serving children aged 3–11 and is deeply committed to meeting the needs of its diverse community through adaptive teaching, targeted interventions and outstanding pastoral support.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting a pupil throughout the school day by implementing strategies outlined in their EHCP and helping them engage positively with learning.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with additional needs
• Supporting academic, social and emotional development
• Implementing EHCP targets and personalised support strategies
• Delivering interventions and targeted learning activities
• Building positive relationships with staff, parents and external professionals
• Monitoring progress and contributing to pupil reviews
• Promoting independence, confidence and engagement in learning

Requirements
• Essential experience supporting pupils with SEN, Autism and EHCPs in a primary school setting
• Strong understanding of Autism, ADHD, SEMH and communication needs
• Excellent behaviour management and relationship-building skills
• Calm, patient and resilient approach
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, SEND staff and external agencies
• Commitment to supporting inclusion and positive outcomes for all pupils

What We Offer
• Competitive pay of £16–£19 per hour
• Full-time role starting July 2026
• Supportive SEND team and experienced leadership
• Welcoming and inclusive school community
• Long-term opportunity with potential for ongoing development
• Excellent transport links across Hammersmith & Fulham

This role would suit a skilled SEN Teaching Assistant with proven experience supporting pupils with Autism and EHCPs who is looking to make a lasting impact within a highly supportive primary school environment.

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.