Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Kingston, London
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Start Date: September 2026
We are seeking a caring, dedicated, and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Kingston. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children with Special Educational Needs and help them achieve their full potential in a positive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN needs, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language, and social-emotional needs.
Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
Adapt learning activities to meet individual student needs.
Encourage positive behaviour, confidence, and independence.
Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
Assist with personal care where required.
Help create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment.Requirements:
Experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school or childcare setting.
A patient, calm, and compassionate approach.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to support children with varying learning and behavioural needs.
A passion for education and helping children succeed.
Relevant qualifications or SEN experience desirable but not essential.
Why Horizon Teachers:
We always look to pay our Teachers/Support Staff the highest rates possible
Earn up to £300 in vouchers of your choice for successful referrals
We are currently having our busiest year & placing more staff than ever before
We can help you find permanent, long-term, and flexible roles in the Education sector
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We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent