Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

Location: London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham
Role Type: Full-time & Long-term Opportunities (Part-time considered)
Start Date: Flexible / Immediate / Upcoming Term
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications

Make a Real Difference Every Single Day – SEN Teaching Assistant Roles in Hammersmith & Fulham

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? Do you believe that every child deserves patience, understanding, and the chance to thrive in a supportive learning environment? Schools across the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham are currently seeking dedicated, compassionate, and resilient Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants (SEN TAs) to join their teams.

This is not just a job. It is a role where your presence, consistency, and encouragement can genuinely change the trajectory of a child’s education and wellbeing.

About the Schools

Hammersmith & Fulham is home to a diverse mix of mainstream primary schools, secondary schools, specialist provisions, and resource bases that support pupils with a wide range of needs. These schools pride themselves on inclusion, strong pastoral care, and collaborative working environments.

You may be working in:

• Mainstream classrooms supporting pupils with SEN
• Specialist SEN units attached to mainstream schools
• Dedicated special schools catering to complex needs

Each setting offers structured support, clear expectations, and a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and professional development.

The Role: SEN Teaching Assistant

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning. You will work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and parents to support pupils academically, socially, and emotionally.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing 1:1 or small-group support to pupils with special educational needs
• Supporting children with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, dyslexia, and learning delays
• Assisting with the implementation of EHCP targets
• Helping pupils to access the curriculum in a way that meets their individual needs
• Supporting emotional regulation, behaviour management, and social interaction
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive self-esteem
• Adapting resources and activities to suit individual learning styles
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teaching staff
• Supporting pupils during transitions, breaktimes, and structured activities

In some settings, you may also assist with:

• Personal care (where required and fully supported)
• Sensory activities and interventions
• Behaviour support plans and de-escalation strategies

Who We’re Looking For

You do not need to have years of experience — but you do need the right mindset.

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Patient, calm, and emotionally intelligent
• Passionate about inclusive education
• Reliable and committed
• Confident working with children who may present challenging behaviours
• Able to follow guidance while also using initiative
• Strong communicators who work well as part of a team

Ideal backgrounds include (but are not limited to):

• Previous SEN TA or classroom support experience
• Care work, youth work, or support work
• Psychology, education, or child development studies
• Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs
• Parents or carers with lived SEN experience

Training can be provided for the right candidates with the right attitude.

Why Work in Hammersmith & Fulham?

Hammersmith & Fulham offers a unique educational environment:

• Excellent transport links across London
• Strong investment in SEND services
• Supportive local authority and school networks
• Diverse, inclusive school communities
• Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of settings

Many SEN TAs who start in this borough go on to:

• Secure permanent school contracts
• Progress into higher-level teaching assistant roles
• Train as teachers, SEN specialists, or therapists
• Build long-term careers in education and support services

What You’ll Gain

• A meaningful role where your work has daily impact
• Ongoing support from school leadership and SEN teams
• Access to CPD and SEN-focused training
• Valuable experience working with diverse needs
• A supportive and welcoming school community
• The opportunity to build strong, rewarding relationships with pupils

Safeguarding Commitment

All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and safeguarding requirements. Schools in Hammersmith & Fulham are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Apply Today

If you are ready to make a difference, build your experience, and support children who need it most, this SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Hammersmith & Fulham could be the perfect next step.

Whether you are experienced or just starting your journey in SEN, your dedication and compassion matter more than anything else.