Teaching Assistant
5 days ago
Kingston Upon Thames
SEND Teaching Assistant Are you a compassionate Psychology Graduate eager to make a real difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs? Whether you're working towards a future as an Educational Psychologist, Wellbeing Practitioner, School Counsellor, or Teacher, this role offers valuable, hands-on experience to support your career goals - especially if you're planning further study such as a Master's, Doctorate, or PGCE. This SEND Teaching Assistant opportunity, based at a welcoming and vibrant Primary School in Kingston-Upon-Thames, could be exactly what you're looking for. SEND Teaching Assistant | Job Summary • Initial 1-Year contract commencing October 2025, • Mainstream Primary School in Kingston-Upon-Thames, • £450+ per week | £90+ per day | Paid weekly on a PAYE basis, • Providing support to a Year 2 class, • Contract extensions / permanent jobs available for those wanting to remain at the school beyond initial one-year contract, • Ideal role for aspiring Psychologists / Counsellors / Wellbeing Practitioners / Teachers, • Minimum of a 2:2 Psychology degree required to be considered SEND Teaching Assistant | Job Description • Providing classroom support to a Year 2 class and specifically to children displaying Autism Spectrum Condition, Speech and Communication Difficulties or ADHD, • Delivering learning activities for individuals and groups of students., • Monitoring pupils and assessing, recording and reporting on pupil achievement, progress and development., • Building core skills and supporting a strong knowledge base through a tailored approach to the individual needs of the pupils., • Developing and maintaining positive relationships with parents, carers and family. This SEND TA role calls for a Psychology Graduate who is resilient, proactive, and ready to take on challenges with a positive mindset. You’ll need the determination to make a lasting impact and the emotional maturity to support students through setbacks and breakthroughs. Prior experience in the mental health field is a definite advantage. As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a key role in helping students build confidence, independence, and a stronger sense of self-worth - all within a supportive school environment. If you’re passionate about improving outcomes for young people and eager to make a difference, get in touch with Ribbons & Reeves today to learn more about this rewarding SEND Teaching Assistant opportunity. Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this SEND Teaching Assistant role in Kingston-Upon-Thames. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this SEND Teaching Assistant role. SEND Teaching Assistant