Job Description SEND Teaching Assistant – Wandsworth – October 2025 Start Location: Wandsworth, South West London Contract: October 2025 – July 2026 (Term-Time Only) Pay: £444 per week (PAYE) Interviews: ASAP Are you a graduate passionate about supporting children with additional needs and looking to gain hands-on experience as a SEND Teaching Assistant this October? A small, 1-form entry primary school in Wandsworth is recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to support children with a range of additional needs across EYFS and KS1. This role is ideal for graduates with a background in Psychology or Education who are interested in careers in Educational Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, or SEND teaching. About the School: 1-form entry community primary school for ages 2–11 Built within a beautiful classical building with modern facilities and large playgrounds for both Nursery and Primary pupils Expanding early years provision: new 2-year-old (24 pupils) and 3-year-old (32 pupils) settings, with a 9-month provision planned for January High EAL population (around 60%) with over 49 languages spoken across the school Recently restructured leadership with a brand-new, forward-thinking SLT Five new teachers, including three ECTs, creating an energetic and collaborative environment Strong focus on values-led recruitment: “skills can be taught” Mornings are focused on academic progress, with afternoons offering broader curriculum and enrichment opportunities The Role: Supporting pupils with EHCPs and additional learning needs, including ASC and Speech & Language difficulties Working 1:1 and in small groups to deliver personalised interventions Collaborating with class teachers, SENCO, and external specialists to implement support plans Encouraging pupil confidence, independence, and social interaction Hours: 08:30–15:30 with a 30-minute break We’re Looking For: A minimum of a 2:1 degree in a BPS-accredited Psychology or related subject Strong communication and interpersonal skills Previous experience supporting children (beneficial but not essential) BSL (British Sign Language) is desirable but not essential An Enhanced DBS Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping graduates secure long-term and permanent roles like this SEND Teaching Assistant role in Wandsworth. To explore more roles, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting your application.