Job Description

Teaching Assistant – Richmond – September 2025 Start
 
Location: Richmond, South West London
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only (39 weeks)
Hours: 09:00–15:30, Monday to Friday (30.5 hours per week including weekly meeting)
Pay: £21,684 per annum (Pro Rata) – Inner London
Start Date: September 2025 or as soon as possible
 
Are you a patient, enthusiastic individual looking to work as a Teaching Assistant in a specialist school setting this September?

A highly regarded special school in Richmond is looking to appoint a full-time Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team supporting pupils with severe learning difficulties and autism. This Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, thrives in a nurturing environment, and wants to make a long-term impact in children's lives.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils aged 4–19 across a broad and engaging curriculum, tailored to meet individual needs. Working closely with teachers, therapists, and other specialists, you’ll contribute to creating a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment where every child is known, valued and supported.

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting pupils with complex learning needs and autism in class and during therapies
• Encouraging communication, independence and personal development
• Helping to deliver structured, personalised learning and care routines
• Building strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families
• Attending weekly class meetings and contributing to planning and reflection

We’re looking for:

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally with SEND
• A compassionate, resilient and team-minded approach
• Full-time availability during term time
• A commitment to ongoing learning and development

What’s on offer:

• Strong staff wellbeing and support programme
• Clear routes for progression and training (including School Direct)
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Cycle-to-Work and employee lifestyle benefits

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Teaching Assistant role in Richmond. For other roles, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application.