SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary

SEN Teaching Assistant – Reception

Location: NW10, North West London
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Role: 1:1 SEN Support

A welcoming and supportive primary school based in NW10 is looking for a caring, patient and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join their Reception team. The successful candidate will provide 1:1 support to a child with additional needs, helping them to feel safe, included and confident within the classroom environment.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and wants to make a genuine difference to a child's learning, communication and development.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a Reception pupil

Support a child with Autism and ADHD

Support a child who is non-verbal, helping develop communication and engagement

Assist the pupil with accessing learning and participating in classroom activities

Adapt activities and approaches to meet the child's individual needs

Support communication, social development and independence

Use positive reinforcement to encourage positive behaviour and engagement

Build a strong, trusting relationship with the pupil

Help identify and respond appropriately to the child's individual needs and triggers

Work closely with the class teacher and wider SEN team

Follow individual targets, strategies and recommendations to support the pupil's development

Create a calm, safe and inclusive environment where the child feels supported

What We're Looking For

Previous experience supporting children with SEN is desirable

Experience working with Autism and/or ADHD would be advantageous

Experience supporting non-verbal children would be beneficial

A patient, caring and nurturing approach

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Ability to remain calm and consistent when supporting challenging behaviour

Good understanding of individualised support and inclusive practice

A genuine passion for helping children develop and reach their potential

Reliable, proactive and able to work effectively as part of a team

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

What the School Offers

A welcoming and supportive primary school environment

The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a child's development

Support from experienced teaching and SEN staff

A positive and inclusive school community

Valuable experience working within a Reception setting

Opportunity to develop your experience supporting children with additional needs

This is a fantastic opportunity for a caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and wants to make a real difference within a Reception classroom.

If you have experience working with SEN, particularly Autism, ADHD or non-verbal children, and are looking for an opportunity in NW10, we would love to hear from you

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