Special Needs Teaching Assistant; Temporary

Position: Special Needs Teaching Assistant (Temporary)
Location: Greater London

A lovely and inclusive primary school in Wandsworth is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 1 pupil. This is a long-term opportunity for someone who is patient, calm, and committed to making a real difference in a child’s school experience.

Position Details:

• Role: SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1 – Year
1)

• Type:
Full-time, Long-term

•

Location:

Wandsworth

About the Role:

You will be supporting a pupil who is currently on the pathway for ASD and ADHD, with further exploration around a possible PDA profile. The child can find transitions, following instructions, and sustaining attention challenging, and is known to be a “runner.” However, he is a lovely pupil who has already made positive progress and responds best to calm, consistent, and proactive support.

The role is vital in helping the child to feel safe, regulated, and able to access learning, while also supporting the wider class environment. You will work closely with a highly skilled class teacher and the school’s SEN team.

About the School:

• Supportive and welcoming primary school

• Strong SEN support systems in place

• Highly skilled and committed teaching staff

• Located in Wandsworth

Requirements for the Successful Candidate:

• Experience supporting children with ASD and/or ADHD

• Understanding of behaviour, regulation, and sensory needs

• Calm, patient, and proactive approach

• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils

• Willingness to commit long-term to provide consistency

Why Join NL Education?

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a child’s development

• Support from experienced and understanding education consultants

• Work within a caring and committed school community

• Long-term stability and professional development opportunities

If you are an SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and can offer the consistency and care this role requires, we would love to hear from you. Please send in your CV to apply.

About NL

Education:

At NL Education, we specialise in connecting talented teachers and support staff with schools and nurseries across London and the UK. We take pride in offering a personal, professional service built on trust, care and long-term relationships. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications, we may only be able to contact shortlisted candidates