SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Feltham, Hounslow
Contract: Full-time
Salary: -108 - -115

About the role and school

Teach Plus are currently seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and compassionate Teaching Assistant to work in a welcoming primary school in Feltham, Hounslow, starting ASAP. This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly Autism and non-verbal pupils. The successful Teaching Assistant will provide 1:1 and small-group support, helping children access learning, develop communication skills and build confidence and independence within the classroom.

The school is a welcoming and inclusive two-form entry primary setting in the London Borough of Hounslow, with a strong commitment to ensuring every child feels valued, supported and encouraged to achieve their potential. The school promotes a nurturing environment built around kindness, resilience and respect, with an emphasis on positive relationships and emotional wellbeing. Its broad and balanced curriculum is designed to engage pupils of all abilities, while staff use consistent, relationship-led approaches to support positive behaviour, independence and personal development.

This Teaching Assistant opportunity would suit someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and understands the importance of a patient, nurturing and individualised approach. You will be joining a supportive school environment where your contribution can make a genuine difference to children''s educational, social and emotional development. If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant looking to further develop your SEND experience in a primary school, this could be an excellent opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group support for primary-aged pupils with SEND, including Autism and complex communication needs.

• Support non-verbal pupils with their communication, engagement and interaction throughout the school day.

• Assist the class teacher in adapting learning activities and resources to meet individual pupils'' educational needs.

• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and independence through consistent and nurturing support.

• Help pupils develop their social skills, confidence and ability to engage with classroom activities.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff to ensure pupils receive consistent and effective support.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of 3 months'' experience working in a primary school within the UK.

• Strong SEND knowledge and experience working directly with children with Autism and Speech, Language and Communication Difficulties.

• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service.

• Right to work in the UK.

Next steps:

If this Teaching Assistant position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Carly at Teach Plus.

Alternatively, please click ''apply'' and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google rated, London based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role, our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest. We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education. With over 17 years'' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London. We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work.

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