SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant Opportunities | Kensington & Chelsea | September Start Trial Dates: Monday 8th Wednesday 10th July St Barnabas and St Philips Church of England Primary School, a warm and inclusive one-form entry school in Kensington & Chelsea, is currently seeking two dedicated and compassionate professionals to join their team from the start of the new academic year. The school is looking to trial candidates for full-day sessions on any of the following dates: Monday 8th, Tuesday 9th, or Wednesday 10th July . Role 1: 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant (Year 1) This role involves working closely with a child in Year 1 with Autism and significant speech and language needs. While the child is bright and naturally curious, he can exhibit self-directed and occasionally disruptive behaviours, particularly within structured classroom environments. From September, he will be fully integrated into the Year 1 class, and the successful candidate will be expected to: Build a strong, trusting relationship with the child to promote emotional security and engagement Provide consistent, calm 1:1 support throughout the school day Implement strategies to manage challenging behaviour and promote positive interactions Liaise with the class teacher and SENCO to ensure targeted support is aligned with the EHCP Support communication development through structured and informal activities This position would suit someone with prior experience supporting children with Autism and/or speech and language needs, ideally in a primary school setting. Role 2: EYFS SEND Support (Reception) This role will be based in the Reception class, supporting several children with a range of additional needs including Autism, global developmental delay, and non-verbal communication. Rather than working 1:1, this position will involve providing targeted, small-group and class-wide support to help all children access learning and participate in daily routines. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the development of early communication, social, and self-care skills Assisting with differentiated activities planned by the class teacher and SENCO Promoting inclusion and engagement in all areas of learning Using visual aids and sensory strategies to support children with complex needs Offering flexible, responsive support as needs arise throughout the day This role would be ideal for someone with EYFS experience or a background in early childhood education, nursery work, or complex SEN support. The School St Barnabas and St Philips is a well-regarded, one-form entry primary school with a strong community ethos. The team is committed to inclusive practice, providing tailored support to meet the individual needs of every child. Staff are valued for their professionalism, collaboration, and child-centred approach. Key Details Start Date: September 2025 Contract: Full-time (Term Time Only), Academic Year Trial Dates: Monday 8th Wednesday 10th July (1-day trial required) Location: Kensington & Chelsea, London Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and are available for a trial next week, we encourage you to apply today. These are rewarding roles offering meaningful impact and the chance to grow your experience within a supportive school environment. INDGRAD | INDCLASS | Kensigton and Chelsea | Psychology Graduate

Location: West London, South East, GB

Posted Date: 7/12/2025