Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Secondary School

Hounslow | Full-Time | September Start | Long-term opportunity

Do you have a passion for supporting young people with Special Educational Needs?

We're looking for caring, reliable and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to join welcoming secondary schools across Hounslow. Whether you already have experience in education or have worked in a care, youth work or support role, we'd love to hear from you.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people by helping them build confidence, independence and achieve their potential.

• Support students with a range of additional needs including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and moderate learning difficulties.
• Work with students on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Help pupils stay engaged with lessons and classroom activities.
• Work closely with teachers and the school's SEN department to provide the best possible support.
• Encourage positive behaviour and build trusting relationships with students.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (school, care, youth work or similar).
• A calm, patient and positive approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build strong relationships with students and staff.
• A genuine passion for helping young people succeed.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

• Competitive daily pay based on experience.
• Long‑term opportunities with the potential for permanent positions.
• Friendly, supportive consultants who genuinely get to know you.
• Opportunities to work in well‑regarded secondary schools across Hounslow.
• Ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Access to CPD and safeguarding training.

All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, Right to Work checks and full compliance in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).