SEN Teaching Assistant - SEN School - Hammersmith an...

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (SEN School) Location: Hammersmith and Fulham Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time (Term-time only) Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience and qualifications) About the Role We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team at a specialist SEN (Special Educational Needs) school in Hammersmith and Fulham. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. You will work closely with teachers and therapists to provide tailored support that enables each pupil to reach their full potential in a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with additional needs Assist in implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development Help create a positive and structured classroom environment Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and parents/carers Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff Support pupils with personal care where required The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Experience working with children or young people with SEN (school or care setting preferred) A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach Strong communication and teamwork skills A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification) - desirable but not essential What We Offer A supportive and welcoming team environment Ongoing professional development and training opportunities The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in young people's lives Wellbeing support and career progression pathways Safeguarding This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks