Job Description

Tradewind Recruitment are working in partnership with a small, independent secondary school near Putney Bridge that is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support Year 9 pupils with dyslexia, ASD and ADHD.

The school delivers a mainstream-style curriculum in small classes of 3-8 pupils, with a strong emphasis on engagement, skills development and enrichment, rather than exam-focused outcomes. This is a nurturing, structured environment where pupils are supported to build confidence and independence in learning.

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant (Dyslexia & ADHD

Location: Fulham (District Line and local bus routes

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:25am - 3:30pm (term time only)

Start Date: ASAP

• Provide 1:1 and in-class support across a range of subjects, focusing on access to learning rather than exam results

• Support pupils in English, Maths and Humanities at a pre-GCSE / foundation level

• Assist during practical and creative lessons, including Food Technology, Art, Design Technology and enrichment sessions

• Support small groups using differentiated and adapted learning activities

• Use Google Classroom, Docs and Slides to support organisation and learning

• Work collaboratively with teachers to adapt resources for pupils with SEND

• Understanding of dyslexia, ADHD and additional learning needs

• Calm, patient and empathetic approach

• Strong literacy and numeracy skills to support learning across subjects

• Confident using Google Workspace

• Interest or experience in creative, practical or enrichment-based subjects (e.g. Food Technology, Art, Design Technology, Sport, Gaming)

• Graduates are welcome, though this is not essential

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

• Right to work in the UK

• Two years' references

• Safeguarding training (or willingness to complete)

The school is trialling candidates immediately.

To apply or find out more, please contact Zoe Mobbs at Tradewind Recruitment.

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