Details:
- Salary: £93 - 110 - Day
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Kingston upon Thames
- Date: 22 hours ago
Description:
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Kingston upon Thames (KT1)
Contract: Fixed-term / Term-time only
Hours: 8:30am – 4:00pm
Salary: £93 to £110 per day
Start Date: September 2026
A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Kingston upon Thames is seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the life of a child with Special Educational Needs. The successful candidate will provide tailored support to help a pupil access learning, develop confidence, and thrive both academically and socially.
Key Responsibilities
Provide consistent and effective 1:1 support for a pupil with identified SEND needs.
Support learning within the classroom and during wider school activities.
Implement strategies and interventions under the guidance of the class teacher and SENDCo.
Promote independence, engagement and positive behaviour.
Build a trusting and supportive relationship with the pupil.
Work collaboratively with school staff, parents and external professionals
The Ideal Candidate Will:
Have experience working with children, particularly those with SEND.
Demonstrate patience, empathy and resilience.
Be proactive, flexible and able to adapt to the needs of the child.
Possess strong communication and teamwork skills.
Be committed to creating an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
Have a genuine passion for supporting children's development and wellbeing
Why Horizon Teachers
You will be paid the permanent equivalent for the job after 12 weeks, in many cases from day one.
We are like you! Here at Horizon Teachers, many of our consultants have experience in the education sector and have a strong passion for supporting schools, support staff and teachers
A team of specialist education consultants and many with years of education experience
Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent