Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Career Teachers is delighted to be partnering with a beautiful, one-form entry Primary School located in the heart of Wimbledon.

This small community school, which includes a Nursery and a specialist base for children with autism and communication needs, has been rated Good by Ofsted.

The school is now seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) to provide 1:1 support for a child with additional needs.

If you are committed to helping every child thrive and flourish, this role could be for you!

Why work with Career Teachers?

Competitive pay rates - We offer fair compensation to reflect your skills and experience.

Supportive consultant team - Dedicated to helping you find the perfect role and guiding you through your career journey.

Ongoing professional development - Access to training programs to enhance your skills and qualifications.

Opportunities to work in local schools - Build connections with local educational communities and increase your job prospects.

Rewarding roles in education - Be part of a supportive network, making an impact on children's lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support to a child with autism and communication needs, ensuring their academic and social progress.

• Collaborate with class teachers, SENCo, and other support staff to create and deliver tailored learning plans.

• Support the child in daily activities, encouraging participation and fostering independence.

• Help maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment, supporting emotional and social well-being.

• Ensure the child's specific needs are met, including following therapy or behavioural plans where required.

What We Are Looking For:

• Experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant (or similar role) in a primary school setting.

• A strong understanding of autism and communication difficulties, with a compassionate and patient approach.

• The ability to build positive relationships with children, fostering trust and confidence.

• A proactive and adaptable attitude, able to respond to the needs of the child and the class environment.

• Relevant qualifications such as CACHE Level 3 or equivalent are desirable but not essential.

• A clear DBS check and eligibility to work in the UK.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about supporting students with SEND, and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV or contact Tamima on

Career Teachers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

At Career Teachers we are fully compliant with Agency Worker Regulations, ensuring you receive equal treatment for pay and conditions after a 12 week qualifying period. Please ask for further details.

All quoted rates are inclusive of 12.07% holiday pay.

Important Notice: In order for you to be successful in applying for the above position you should be eligible to work in the UK, or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. During the application process you are required to:

- Attend an interview in person;

- Give details for us to complete Reference checks;

- Provide an Enhanced DBS disclosure

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. Thank you. Career Teachers is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its Clients.