Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Independent Secondary School
A small independent secondary school near Putney Bridge is seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with dyslexia, ASD and ADHD in classes of 3-8 students (Years 9-11, mainstream curriculum).

Role Details

  • Position: SEN Teaching Assistant (Dyslexia & ADHD)

  • Location: Fulham (District Line & local buses)

  • Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:25am-3:45pm, term time only

  • Start: January - February half-term (likely extension)

About the Role

  • Provide 1:1 and in-class support in core subjects (English & Maths - Functional Skills & GCSE).

  • Assist with mock exams, including scribing.

  • Support small groups with differentiated learning.

  • Use Google Classroom, Docs, Slides, etc.

  • Contribute to enrichment/creative sessions (Art, DT, Food Tech, Gaming, Sport).

  • Work closely with teachers to adapt resources for SEND learners.

Person Specification

  • Understanding of dyslexia, ADHD and related learning needs

  • Calm, patient, empathetic approach

  • Strong literacy skills for reading/writing support

  • Confident using Google Workspace

  • Interest in creative or enrichment activities (desirable)

  • Graduate preferred, not essential

Compliance Requirements

  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to obtain)

  • Right to work in the UK

  • References for the last 2 years

  • Safeguarding training (or willingness to complete)

  • Full ID/address checks

  • Experience with children or young people (preferred)

How to Apply
The school is trialling candidates ASAP.
Contact Zoe Mobbs: zoe.mobbs@twrecruitment.com or 0207 845 5450 (option 4).