Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Richmond Primary School

An inclusive primary school in Richmond is looking to appoint a SEN Teaching Assistant from September to support pupils with additional learning needs across the school. This is an opportunity to join a nurturing environment where inclusion sits at the heart of daily practice and where every child is encouraged to achieve their potential. Staff work collaboratively to remove barriers to learning, creating a setting where pupils feel safe, confident, and valued. The SEN Teaching Assistant will play an important role in helping children access the curriculum and develop socially, emotionally, and academically. Interviews are commencing immediately for a September start.

The school has developed a strong reputation for supporting pupils with a wide range of needs through thoughtful interventions, close partnership with families, and a highly personalised approach to learning. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will gain valuable experience working alongside experienced teachers, SEND professionals, and external specialists. This role would be particularly suited to graduates considering careers in educational psychology, speech and language therapy, teaching, or wider child development professions.

Key Highlights:

• SEN Teaching Assistant – full-time permanent position

• Salary £23,000 - £30,000 depending on experience

• Located in Richmond, South West London

• Ofsted Good school recognised for its inclusive approach

• September 2026 start date

• Interviews taking place immediately

• Extensive experience supporting pupils with additional needs

• Excellent foundation for careers in psychology, SEND, and teaching

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting pupils with SEND within classroom and intervention settings

• Delivering structured one-to-one and small-group support sessions

• Encouraging communication, confidence, and independence

• Implementing learning and behaviour strategies set by teaching staff

• Recording progress and contributing to review meetings where required

• Working closely with teachers and the SEND team to support pupil outcomes

Ideal Candidate for this Richmond School:

• Graduate with an interest in SEND, psychology, teaching, or child development

• Demonstrates empathy, resilience, and strong interpersonal skills

• Understands the importance of inclusive educational practice

• Communicates effectively with pupils, staff, and families

• Remains patient and adaptable when supporting varying needs

• Previous experience with children is welcomed but not essential

Why Join this Richmond School?

• Established inclusion team with strong specialist knowledge and expertise

• Thoughtfully planned interventions tailored to individual pupil needs

• Close partnerships with families that strengthen pupil progress

• Broad curriculum that celebrates academic, creative, and personal achievement

• Strong emphasis on wellbeing for both pupils and staff

• Collaborative environment where support staff are integral to school success

How to Apply:

The school is arranging interviews immediately and welcomes early applications. To be considered for this SEN Teaching Assistant position, apply through this listing without delay.

This SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity offers invaluable experience within a school where inclusion is more than a policy—it is embedded throughout daily life. Candidates seeking long-term development in SEND and education will find genuine career value here