At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with SEND in a small class setting, helping them thrive academically and emotionally.
- Company: Empowering Learning, dedicated to making a difference in young people's lives.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, term-time only, and strong leadership support.
- Other info: Rewarding role with opportunities for career progression and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives while developing essential skills.
- Qualifications: Patience, resilience, and excellent communication skills; experience is a plus but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
Do you thrive working in a challenging environment? Are you a resilient, consistent, and compassionate individual looking to make a real impact in the lives of young people?
Empowering Learning are seeking a Teaching Assistant to join teams at SEND schools across South West London.
About the Role
- Full‑time, long‑term position – Monday to Friday, term‑time only.
- Hours: 8:30am – 4:00pm
- Supporting students both academically and emotionally in a small class setting (around 10 students)
- Working closely with teachers and the wider school team to manage challenging behaviour positively
- Acting as a positive role model, helping students develop confidence, resilience, and essential life skills
- Strong leadership support and opportunities for career progression
What We’re Looking For
- Patience, resilience, and the ability to build strong, trusting relationships
- Excellent communication and behaviour management skills
- A kind but firm approach to support students in their learning and personal development
- Ability to motivate and engage students with SEND
- Experience in a similar role is beneficial, but a positive attitude and willingness to learn are just as important
This is an incredibly rewarding role, offering the chance to genuinely change the lives of young people who need extra support. If you are passionate about helping students succeed and thrive, we would love to hear from you!
If you are from a Psychology, Youth Worker, Sports Coach, Life Coach or Mentoring background and you feel you have the right knowledge and training to make a difference we would love to hear from you.
The successful applicants will require an enhanced DBS check and references will be taken up.
SEND Teaching Assistants - South West London in Twickenham employer: Empowering Learning Ltd
Empowering Learning is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work as a KS3 Teacher in a specialist SEN school in the picturesque town of Dorking. With a strong focus on employee support and development, our close-knit team fosters a nurturing environment where every contribution is valued, allowing teachers to make a real difference in the lives of students with complex needs. Enjoy small class sizes, beautiful surroundings, and excellent transport links, all while engaging in some of the most meaningful teaching of your career.
