Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Independent Secondary School (Year 9)

Tradewind is working with a small independent secondary school near Putney Bridge who are seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support Year 9 pupils with dyslexia, ASD and ADHD. Pupils are taught in small classes of 3-8 students, following a mainstream-style curriculum with a strong focus on engagement, skills development and enrichment, rather than exam preparation.

Role Details

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant (Dyslexia & ADHD)
Location: Fulham (District Line & local bus routes)
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:25am-3:30pm (term time only)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

Provide 1:1 and in-class support across a range of general subjects, supporting access to learning rather than exam outcomes
Support pupils in English, Maths and Humanities at a pre-GCSE / foundation level
Assist pupils during practical and creative lessons, including Food Technology, Art, Design Technology and enrichment sessions
Encourage engagement, independence and positive learning behaviours
Support small groups with differentiated and adapted learning activities
Use Google Classroom, Docs and Slides to support learning and organisation
Work closely with teachers to adapt resources and activities for SEND learners
Contribute positively to a nurturing, structured and inclusive school environment

Person Specification

Understanding of dyslexia, ADHD and additional learning needs
Calm, patient and empathetic approach
Good literacy and numeracy skills to support learning across subjects
Confident using Google Workspace
Interest or experience in creative, practical or enrichment-based subjects (Food Tech, Art, DT, Sport, Gaming, etc.)
Graduate preferred but not essential