SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary SEN Provision (Hillingdon, West London)

Location: Hillingdon West London
Role: SEN Teaching Assistant Primary
Start Date: Immediate / Next Term
Contract: Full-time Term Time Only
Salary: Competitive dependent on experience

The Opportunity

A supportive and forward-thinking primary school in Hillingdon is recruiting an experienced and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex additional needs. This role is particularly suited to candidates with experience supporting children with Autism SEMH MLD and sensory needs.

The role will involve working closely with individual pupils on a 1:1 basis as well as supporting small groups within the classroom and specialist intervention spaces. You will play a vital role in helping pupils access learning regulate emotions and develop independence.

About the School

This school has a strong commitment to inclusive education and provides a structured supportive learning environment for pupils with a wide range of needs. The SEN provision is well-resourced with clear systems in place to support both pupils and staff.

The leadership team is experienced approachable and invested in staff development. The school works closely with external professionals including speech and language therapists occupational therapists and educational psychologists ensuring pupils receive holistic support.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver consistent SEN support tailored to individual pupil needs

• Support pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies

• Assist with sensory activities and structured routines

• Help pupils engage with learning tasks and classroom activities

• Support communication development and social interaction

• Implement strategies outlined in EHCPs and behaviour plans

• Record observations and contribute to progress reviews

• Ensure a safe calm and supportive learning environment

Candidate Requirements

• Previous SEN experience in a school or similar setting is highly desirable

• Confident supporting pupils with challenging behaviour

• Calm resilient and emotionally intelligent

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Willingness to engage in training and professional development

• A genuine commitment to supporting children with additional needs

This role is particularly suitable for candidates with backgrounds in SEN education care psychology youth work or behaviour support.

Whats on Offer

• Specialist SEN training and ongoing CPD

• Strong SEN leadership and support structures

• Clear routines and behaviour frameworks

• Opportunity for long-term or permanent placement

• A highly rewarding role where no two days are the same

Safeguarding Statement

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required.