Job Description

1:1 Special Needs Teaching Assistant - Primary Prep School (SW12)

September start date

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support a pupil in a primary prep school setting in SW12.

Role Overview

This role involves providing tailored, individual support to a pupil with ADHD and ASD who is currently finding it challenging to access the curriculum. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping the child re-engage with learning and build confidence in the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

Provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day

Adapt tasks and teaching approaches to meet the pupil's needs

Support the pupil's focus, engagement, and emotional regulation

Work closely with the class teacher and SENCo to implement support strategies

Help the pupil gradually increase their participation and time in school

Pupil Needs

Diagnosed ADHD and ASD

Currently on a reduced timetable (10:00am - 1:00pm), with the aim of increasing this over time

Requires support with attention, transitions, and accessing learning

Ideal Candidate

Experience working with children with SEN (especially ADHD and ASD)

Calm, patient, and proactive approach

Ability to build strong, trusting relationships

Flexible and resilient, with a positive attitude

Background in education, psychology, or similar (desirable but not essential)

Must have Enhaced DBS

Working Hours

Initially 10:00am - 1:00pm, with potential to increase as the pupil's timetable expandsPlease email your cv to (url removed) if you are interseted