SEN Teaching Assistant

Posted 21 September 2025
Salary Competitive
LocationRichmond upon Thames
Job type Permanent
Discipline SEND Teaching and Support
ReferenceV-109875

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Richmond – September 2025 Start

 
Location: Richmond, South West London
Contract: September 2025 – July 2026 (Term-Time Only)
Pay: £444 per week (PAYE)
Interviews: ASAP

 
Are you looking to start a role as an SEN Teaching Assistant in Richmond this September?

 
A supportive secondary school in Richmond is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to work with pupils who have additional learning needs. This SEN Teaching Assistant role is a brilliant opportunity for individuals interested in psychology, SEN teaching, or child development. You will be part of a dedicated team, helping pupils with autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties access learning and achieve success.

 
The SEN Teaching Assistant role involves providing tailored one-to-one support, adapting learning resources, and running small group interventions. You will work closely with the SENCo and classroom teachers to ensure lessons are accessible and pupils feel confident and supported. This SEN Teaching Assistant position is particularly suited to those who want to make a difference to the lives of children with additional needs.

 
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will gain experience of how SEN provision is delivered in schools, including strategies for supporting emotional regulation, literacy, and social skills. This role offers a strong foundation for further training in psychology or educational support.

 
Key responsibilities:
  • Providing one-to-one support for pupils with SEN
  • Running interventions in literacy and numeracy
  • Supporting teachers in adapting resources for different needs
  • Promoting confidence, independence, and positive learning
 
We’re looking for:
  • A UK undergraduate degree at 2:1 or above
  • Empathy, patience, and strong communication skills
  • A genuine interest in SEN and child development
  • Commitment to the full academic year
 
Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping candidates secure long-term and permanent roles like this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Richmond.