SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT Location: Walton on Thames, Surrey Salary: 100 to 130 per day Contract: Long-term, full-time Start: ASAP About the role We''re recruiting a SEND teaching assistant for a one-to-one role supporting a Year 5 learner with autism and ADHD at a primary school in Walton on Thames. You''ll work with one child in a mainstream classroom setting, supporting their learning, independence, and engagement across the school day. As a one-to-one teaching assistant, you''ll provide individualised support tailored to this young person''s needs. You''ll help them access learning, manage transitions, develop self-regulation strategies, and build their confidence in a busy classroom environment. This is complex, varied support that makes a real difference to how the child experiences school. Your role includes: One-to-one classroom support and learning assistance Supporting the child''s access to whole class teaching Behaviour and self-regulation support Transition management and anxiety reduction Developing independence and coping strategies Supporting communication and social interaction Working closely with teachers and SEND coordinators Recording and reporting on the child''s progress and wellbeing Adapting support based on the child''s changing needs About you You have genuine experience supporting young people with autism and ADHD - whether in schools, settings, or other environments. You bring patience, flexibility, and a real commitment to understanding how this ..... full job details .....