SEN Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment are working in partnership with a small, independent secondary school near Putney Bridge that is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support Year 9 pupils with dyslexia, ASD and ADHD.

The school delivers a mainstream-style curriculum in small classes of 3-8 pupils, with a strong emphasis on engagement, skills development and enrichment, rather than exam-focused outcomes. This is a nurturing, structured environment where pupils are supported to build confidence and independence in learning.

Role Detail

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant (Dyslexia & ADHD

Location: Fulham (District Line and local bus routes

Hours: Monday to 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 subjects, focusing on access to learning rather than exam results

Support pupils in English, Maths and Humanities at a pre-GCSE / foundation level

Assist during practical and creative lessons, including Food Technology, Art, Design Technology and enrichment sessions

Support small groups using differentiated and adapted learning activities

Use Google Classroom, Docs and Slides to support organisation and learning

Work collaboratively with teachers to adapt resources for pupils with SEND

Person Specification

Understanding of dyslexia, ADHD and additional learning needs

Calm, patient and empathetic approach

Strong literacy and numeracy skills to support learning across subjects

Confident using Google Workspace

Interest or experience in creative, practical or enrichment-based subjects (e.g. Food Technology, Art, Design Technology, Sport, Gaming)

Graduates are welcome, though this is not essential

Compliance Requirements

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Right to work in the UK

Two years' references

Safeguarding training (or willingness to complete)

How to Apply

The school is trialling candidates immediately.

To apply or find out more, please contact Zoe Mobbs at Tradewind Recruitment.

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