Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) – Tooting, South London

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Tooting South London
Pay Rate: 100130 per day depending on experience
Contract Type: Full-time term-time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Start Date: Immediate or next academic term

Introduction

A dynamic and inclusive primary school in Tooting South London is seeking a dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to join their SEN support team. This is a hands-on role working directly with children who have a variety of learning communication and behavioural needs helping them thrive both academically and socially.

The SEN TA will work closely with teachers the SENCO and external specialists to deliver one-to-one and small group support implementing individualised strategies to help pupils access the curriculum develop skills and gain confidence in their abilities.

About the School and Tooting Community

Tooting is a vibrant South London area known for its markets parks and strong local community. The school serves a diverse pupil population from a range of cultural linguistic and socio-economic backgrounds.

The school has a strong commitment to inclusive education with teaching assistants playing a central role in supporting pupils with SEN. The SENCO coordinates personalised interventions monitors progress and ensures that every childs needs are addressed while TAs provide daily hands-on support and guidance.

Key features of the school include:

• Experienced SENCO and specialist SEN staff

• Structured and supportive classrooms designed to enhance learning and wellbeing

• Access to speech and language therapy occupational therapy and educational psychologists

• Focus on academic development social-emotional growth and wellbeing

• Opportunities for CPD mentoring and career progression

The school fosters a positive collaborative culture ensuring staff are supported and empowered to succeed in their roles.

Pupil Profiles and SEN Needs

The SEN TA will support pupils with a wide range of needs including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC): Support for social communication structured routines and sensory sensitivities

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Support with focus organisation and self-regulation

• Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs: Assistance with emotional regulation anxiety management and social skills development

• Speech Language and Communication Needs (SLCN): Targeted interventions to develop communication language and confidence

• Learning Delays: Additional support in literacy numeracy and general curriculum access

• Sensory Processing Needs: Individualised strategies or environmental adaptations to support engagement

Support may be delivered one-to-one in small groups or integrated into whole-class lessons depending on pupil needs and SENCO guidance.

Key Responsibilities

The SEN TAs responsibilities include:

• Delivering personalised support to pupils with SEN to access the curriculum

• Supporting academic social and emotional development

• Collaborating with teachers to adapt lesson content resources and teaching strategies

• Implementing strategies from EHCPs behaviour plans and individual support plans

• Supporting pupils emotional regulation behaviour and social skills

• Encouraging positive peer relationships and communication

• Assisting with classroom transitions playground supervision and lunchtimes

• Observing recording and reporting pupil progress and behaviour

• Providing feedback to teachers SENCOs and external specialists

• Supporting personal care needs with dignity and respect

• Promoting independence while offering structured guidance

• Maintaining a safe inclusive and nurturing learning environment

Patience adaptability and creativity are essential to meet the diverse needs of pupils successfully.

The Ideal Candidate

The school seeks someone who is:

• Compassionate patient and empathetic

• Emotionally resilient and calm under pressure

• Confident supporting pupils with a wide range of SEN needs

• Flexible and adaptable to changing classroom routines and pupil requirements

• A strong communicator and collaborative team member

• Committed to inclusion equality and pupil wellbeing

Previous SEN experience is desirable but not essential. Candidates with experience in care work youth work or behavioural support are also encouraged to apply.

Training and Career Development

The school provides:

• SEN-specific CPD and professional development opportunities

• Safeguarding and behaviour management training

• Mentoring from experienced SEN staff

• Opportunities to progress to senior SEN TA or specialist roles

This role is ideal for individuals pursuing careers in teaching occupational therapy speech and language therapy educational psychology or child mental health services.

Why Work in Tooting

Tooting is a vibrant and well-connected South London area with a strong sense of community parks and local amenities. Working in this school offers hands-on experience with diverse SEN needs career development opportunities and the rewarding experience of making a tangible difference in childrens lives.

The school culture is inclusive collaborative and supportive providing both personal and professional fulfilment.

Safeguarding Statement

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks references and adherence to safeguarding procedures.

Application Process

If you are compassionate patient and committed to helping children with special educational needs succeed please apply today for this SEN Teaching Assistant position in Tooting South London.