SEN Teaching Assistant

Description

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Kingston-Upon-Thames

Start Date: 17th October 2025

Contract: Part-Time, Long-term

About the School

Horizon Teachers are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our warm and welcoming primary school in Kingston. This role is based in our vibrant EYFS classroom, supporting both the whole class and working 1:1 with a child with mild special educational needs. Our dedicated staff work closely together to create a safe, engaging and stimulating learning environment where children feel valued and excited to learn. We have a strong focus on early years development and inclusive education, making this an ideal setting for those passionate about making a difference from the very start of a child's school journey.

Role & Responsibilities

Support the class teacher in delivering high-quality, play-based learning activities across the EYFS curriculum

Working closely with a child with mild SEN needs, helping to implement and adapt individual learning strategies

Providing 1:1 and small group support to reinforce learning, improve confidence and encourage independence

Helping to manage classroom routines and behaviour in a positive and consistent way

Assisting with observations and assessments, contributing to planning for individual progress

Supporting with the development of communication, language, and social skills through structured activities and child-led play

Liaising regularly with teaching staff, and parents/carers to ensure the child’s needs are being met effectively

About you

Has experience working in an EYFS or primary school setting (desirable but not essential)

Has a calm, patient and positive approach

Is committed to supporting children with a range of needs

Works well as part of a team

Is proactive, reliable and flexible

Why work with Horizon Teachers

Horizon Teachers is committed to ensuring our staff are happy in their roles, please look at our 4.8 rated google reviews

We offer free online Safeguarding Training Course to support you in your work in an educational setting! < Only to be added in support adverts

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

Horizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement. For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Horizon Teachers, part of Operam Education Group

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