SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: New Malden, Surrey
Job Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Make a Real Difference Every Day Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you have the patience, empathy, and dedication to help pupils achieve their full potential?
We are working with a well-established SEND school in New Malden that is seeking a committed and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive and nurturing team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them develop academically, socially, and emotionally in a safe and inclusive learning environment.
The Role As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and therapists to provide tailored support to pupils with a variety of needs, including:

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties
Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
Complex needs and additional learning challengesYour responsibilities will include:

Providing one-to-one and small group support
Assisting with the delivery of personalised learning programmes
Supporting pupils with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation
Encouraging independence and confidence both inside and outside the classroom
Helping to create a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment
Working collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and families
Supporting pupils with personal care where requiredWhat We're Looking For We welcome applications from individuals who are:

Passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND
Patient, caring, and resilient
Able to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues
Confident managing challenging behaviours in a calm and positive manner
Flexible and proactive in their approach to supporting learning
Strong communicators with excellent teamwork skillsDesirable Experience
Previous experience working within a SEND school, mainstream school, care setting, or support role
Understanding of Autism, SEMH, or learning difficulties
Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs
Relevant qualifications in Education, Childcare, Health & Social Care, or PsychologyWhat the School Offers
A welcoming and supportive team environment
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Valuable experience within a specialist education setting
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils' lives every day
A rewarding and fulfilling career path within education and SEND supportApply Today If you are committed to supporting young people with SEND and want to play a key role in helping pupils thrive, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now to join a dedicated SEND school in New Malden and make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people