Jobs, fresher vacancy - Teaching Assistant • UK

Company: Tradewind Recruitment

UK

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 Compliance Requirements Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain) Right to work in the UK Two years of references Safeguarding training (or willingness to complete) Full ID and address checks Experience working with children or young people (desirable) How to Apply The school are trialling candidates immediately. Please contact Zoe Mobbs?? ?? (option 4)