Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Hayes, Hillingdon
Salary: £105 – £120 per day
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Start Date: Immediate / As soon as possible

Are you a passionate and experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity to support children with special educational needs (SEN)? A warm and welcoming SEN primary school in Hayes, Hillingdon is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their committed team.

About the Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with a range of SEN, including autism, ADHD, and moderate learning difficulties. Working closely with class teachers and SENCOs, the successful Teaching Assistant will help deliver personalised learning plans and create a nurturing environment that promotes inclusion and development. This Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone who is patient, proactive, and passionate about making a difference.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN

• Assist the class teacher in preparing and adapting resources

• Foster positive relationships with students to support social and emotional development

• Monitor pupil progress and feedback to teaching staff and parents

• Uphold safeguarding policies and ensure the welfare of all pupils

• Contribute to classroom management and a positive learning environment as a proactive Teaching Assistant

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant in an SEN setting is essential

• Strong understanding of various special educational needs and effective support strategies

• Valid Enhanced DBS check (on the Update Service or willing to obtain one)

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• A calm, patient, and flexible approach to working with children with complex needs

• A genuine desire to build a career as a Teaching Assistant within a specialist setting

The School Offers:

• A supportive and inclusive environment with a collaborative staff team

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities tailored for Teaching Assistants

• Modern facilities tailored for SEN provision

• Opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of children with special needs

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant with a genuine passion for supporting SEN pupils and you're ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to become a valued Teaching Assistant at this exceptional SEN primary school!