SEN Teaching Assistant
Hillingdon, West London
£100 - £105 per day (salary is dependent on experience and/or qualifications)
Start date: ASAP
Are you a passionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join a welcoming and supportive school in West London, just a short walk from Hillingdon Hospital.
About the Role:
You will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to support students with a range of complex needs, including:
Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
Down Syndrome
Non-verbal communication needs
This is a hands-on role that requires empathy, resilience, and a genuine passion for inclusive education.
✅ The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Proven school-based experience supporting children with SEN
Specific experience with SLD, Down Syndrome, and non-verbal communicators
Strong understanding of alternative communication methods such as PECS, Makaton, or AAC devices
A patient, nurturing and proactive approach to supporting individual needs
The desired SEN Teaching Assistant will:
Have a passion to teach outside of a mainstream environment, and a commitment to experience the unique opportunities of a special school
Have a kind, caring, and compassionate nature which is used to plan and deliver inclusive, fun, and inspiring lessons
Must hold a DBS on the updated service
An ability to work as part of a team and flexible approach to support this schools requirements
Be able to do personal care
As a SEN Teaching Assistant and part of our team, you benefit from:
Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
Social and networking events.
Pension contributions.
CPD to help with your professional development.
Access to a dedicated consultant.
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.
The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.
We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed)
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