SEN Teaching Assistant (West London)

SEN Teaching Assistant – Secondary School | West London | Immediate Start

Location: Hillingdon, West London
Salary: £96 – £105 per day PAYE (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-Time, Ongoing
Start Date: Immediate

SEN Teaching Assistant – Secondary School

Your Teaching is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in West London that is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team immediately.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and making a positive impact on their educational journey. The role involves working closely with students who may have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, speech and language difficulties, and other learning barriers.

The school has a strong commitment to inclusion and provides a nurturing environment where both students and staff are supported to succeed.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with SEN
• Help students access the curriculum and engage in learning activities
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Support students' emotional wellbeing, confidence, and independence
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons and classroom activities
• Deliver targeted interventions and tailored support programmes
• Promote positive behaviour and contribute to a calm learning environment
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SEN professionals, and pastoral teams to support student progress

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people
• A patient, caring, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience working with children, young people, or individuals with additional needs (preferred but not essential)
• The ability to remain calm, adaptable, and proactive in a school environment
• GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths
• Eligibility to work in the UK

What the School Offers

• A supportive and inclusive school community
• Experienced leadership and SEN teams
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference
• Valuable experience within SEN and secondary education

Why Work with Your Teaching?

• Competitive PAYE daily rate of £96–£105
• Full-time, ongoing position
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Honest advice and personalised guidance
• Opportunities to develop your career within education and SEN support

Apply Now

If you are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and are looking for a rewarding role within a supportive secondary school, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today by submitting your CV and one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss the opportunity further.

Your Teaching is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, reference checks, and comprehensive vetting procedures in line with safer recruitment practices.