Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant

All-Through SEND School | New Malden, Kingston Upon Thames (KT3) £109 per day Start Date: 7th September Interviews Taking Place ASAP and During the First Week of September

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

Do you have experience working with pupils with Autism and complex learning needs, or are you a graduate looking to gain invaluable hands-on experience before pursuing a career in Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Educational Psychology, or a related field?

We are working with a welcoming and well-resourced all-through SEND school in New Malden (KT3) that is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to join their exceptional team from 7th September.

The Role As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils across a specialist setting, working alongside experienced teachers, therapists, and support staff to help students access learning and achieve their full potential.

The school caters for pupils with a range of additional needs, including:

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

Complex communication needs

Moderate to severe learning difficulties

Physical disabilities and medical needs

Sensory processing differencesYou will provide both classroom-based support and personalised interventions, helping students develop their communication, independence, social, and academic skills.

Who We're Looking For We welcome applications from:

✅ Experienced SEN Teaching Assistants

✅ Graduates seeking meaningful experience within SEND education

✅ Individuals considering future careers in:

Speech & Language Therapy

Occupational Therapy

Educational Psychology

Clinical Psychology

SEND Teaching✅ Candidates who are confident supporting students with:

High-needs Autism

Physical disabilities

Complex learning needs✅ Patient, resilient, and compassionate individuals who can build positive relationships with children and young people

What the School Offers

Outstanding training and professional development opportunities

A highly supportive and experienced leadership team

Regular collaboration with therapists and specialist practitioners

Valuable experience for graduates considering therapeutic or educational careers

Modern facilities and specialist resources

A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference every dayEssential Requirements

A genuine passion for SEND and inclusive education

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Ability to remain calm, positive, and proactive in a specialist setting

Previous experience supporting children or young people is desirable but not essential for graduates with the right attitude and motivationSalary & Details Location: New Malden, Kingston Upon Thames (KT3)

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant

Pay: £109 per day

Start Date: 7th September

Interviews: Taking place immediately and throughout the first week of September

Contract: Full-time, term-time only

If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can develop specialist SEND experience while making a lasting impact on the lives of neurodivergent children and young people, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to secure an interview as spaces are filling quickly