SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Wimbledon & Surrounding Areas

Specialist & Mainstream SEN Settings | January Start
Long-Term, Short-Term & Temp-to-Perm Roles Available
Recruiting via Teaching Personnel

Are you a compassionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference for children with additional needs?

Teaching Personnel partners with supportive primary and secondary schools, as well as specialist SEN settings across Wimbledon and South West London, seeking SEN-experienced Teaching Assistants to support pupils in achieving both academic and personal growth.

The Role

• Supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1, KS2, KS3, or KS4 (depending on setting)

• Working with children and young people with SEND, including ASC, SEMH, SLCN, ADHD, and complex needs

• Providing 1:1 support or assisting in small group settings

• Assisting with individualised learning plans (EHCPs) and interventions

• Positions available across Wimbledon, Merton, Kingston, Sutton & surrounding areas

• Full-time and part-time roles available

• January start dates

• Join schools with supportive leadership teams and multidisciplinary staff

Who We’re Looking For

• Proven SEN experience is essential

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant in SEN settings

• Understanding of individualised learning plans (EHCPs)

• Calm, patient, and nurturing approach to supporting pupils

• Effective behaviour and emotional regulation strategies

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

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive, market-leading pay rates

• Dedicated SEN consultant supporting you throughout your placement

• Access to free CPD, including SEN and behaviour-focused training

• Opportunities to work with Thrive-trained and trauma-informed teams

• Flexible roles with pathways into permanent positions

Apply Today

If you have SEN experience and are passionate about supporting children and young people to reach their full potential, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Teaching Personnel to discuss current SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities across Wimbledon and South West London.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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