1:1 Special Needs TA

Posted 2 hours 11 minutes ago by Prospero Teaching

£15 - £26 Hourly
Temporary
Not Specified
Education Jobs
London, United Kingdom
Job Description

1:1 Special Needs Teaching Assistant - Primary Prep School (SW12)

September start date

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support a pupil in a primary prep school setting in SW12.

Role Overview

This role involves providing tailored, individual support to a pupil with ADHD and ASD who is currently finding it challenging to access the curriculum. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping the child re-engage with learning and build confidence in the classroom.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day
  • Adapt tasks and teaching approaches to meet the pupil's needs
  • Support the pupil's focus, engagement, and emotional regulation
  • Work closely with the class teacher and SENCo to implement support strategies
  • Help the pupil gradually increase their participation and time in school
Pupil Needs
  • Diagnosed ADHD and ASD
  • Currently on a reduced timetable (10:00am - 1:00pm), with the aim of increasing this over time
  • Requires support with attention, transitions, and accessing learning
Ideal Candidate
  • Experience working with children with SEN (especially ADHD and ASD)
  • Calm, patient, and proactive approach
  • Ability to build strong, trusting relationships
  • Flexible and resilient, with a positive attitude
  • Background in education, psychology, or similar (desirable but not essential)
  • Must have Enhaced DBS
Working Hours
  • Initially 10:00am - 1:00pm, with potential to increase as the pupil's timetable expands

Please email your cv to if you are interseted