SEN Teaching Assistant
Chessington, Borough of Kingston
January 2026 - July 2026 | Full Time | Term Time Only
Tradewind Recruitment are proud to be working closely with a specialist SEN school in Chessington to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to support a KS3 pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) on a 1:1 basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on, patient and energetic SEN TA who enjoys being actively involved in school life. The role requires someone who is sporty, gentle and resilient, with the confidence to support a pupil both in the classroom and during extracurricular activities.
Role Details
Position: SEN Teaching Assistant - 1:1 (Secondary ASD)
Start Date: January 2026
End Date: July 2026
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Full time, term time only
Pay: £90 - £110 per day (PAYE)
Location: Chessington, Borough of Kingston
Travel: Accessible by train or car; on-site parking available
The Role
1:1 support for a KS3 pupil with ASD in a secondary SEN setting
Supporting learning across lessons and practical subjects
Encouraging engagement, independence and emotional regulation
Working collaboratively with teachers and SEN professionals
The Ideal Candidate
Experienced and passionate about supporting children or young people with ASD
Previous experience in a secondary or SEN school setting
Patient, calm and nurturing, with a positive and proactive approach
Confident working 1:1 and adapting support to individual needs
Reliable, resilient and ready to fully engage in school life
Compliance Requirements
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Right to work in the UK
Two professional, child-based references
Full CV working history
Apply Now
If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding 1:1 role within a supportive SEN school, we would love to hear from you.
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