Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Westminster

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant ready to support pupils with additional needs in an Outstanding primary school?

An Outstanding primary school in Westminster is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join its team. This SEN Teaching Assistant role sits within a school recognised by Ofsted in 2024 for exceptional quality of education, behaviour and leadership; delivering an ambitious curriculum and maintains high expectations for all pupils, including those with SEND.

The Role – SEN Teaching Assistant

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

•             Provide targeted support for pupils with SEND in class

•             Deliver structured interventions in literacy and numeracy

•             Adapt learning materials to meet individual needs

•             Support pupils’ communication and language development

•             Be confident in behaviour management

•             Liaise with teachers and external professionals to implement support plans

The Ideal SEN Teaching Assistant Will Have:

•             Experience supporting pupils with SEND in a primary setting

•             Understanding of EHCPs and targeted intervention strategies

•             Strong communication skills

•             Confidence supporting speech, language and social development

•             Calm, consistent approach to behaviour

•             Commitment to inclusion and high expectations

What the School Offers:

•             Outstanding Ofsted judgement (2024)

•             Clear behaviour systems

•             Strong focus on reading and oracy

•             Access to specialist support and external agencies

•             Leadership that prioritises staff wellbeing

This SEN Teaching Assistant role is suitable for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or a graduate seeking school-based SEND experience.

Apply now to secure this SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Westminster.

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