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Teaching Assistant

  • Support Staff Jobs
  • Outer London - West
  • Long term
  • £515 - £550 per week /
  • 29 September 2026

Job Description

  • Long term
  • Ruislip
  • £515 - £550 per week GBP / Year

Website Horizon Teachers

SEN Teaching Assistant
Pay: £515 – £550 per week
Location: Hillingdon
Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join the team at a Primary School in Hillingdon. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and helping every pupil reach their full potential.
The successful candidate will have previous experience working with SEND students and will be confident providing tailored one-to-one and small-group support within a primary school environment.
You will work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to create a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment where every child feels valued and able to succeed.

Main Duties

  • Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND.
  • Assist pupils with their learning, development and engagement in the classroom.
  • Follow and support individual SEND plans and learning strategies.
  • Help pupils develop their confidence, independence and social skills.
  • Support children with a range of additional needs, adapting your approach to suit individual requirements.
  • Work closely with teachers, SENCO and other professionals to ensure pupils receive appropriate support.
  • Promote positive behaviour and help pupils manage challenges in a calm and supportive way.
  • Assist with classroom activities and contribute to an inclusive learning environment.
  • Monitor and communicate pupils’ progress and any concerns to the appropriate staff.
  • Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils, staff and parents/carers.

 
About You

  • Has previous experience working with children with SEND — this is essential.
  • Has experience working within a primary school or similar educational setting.
  • Is patient, caring and empathetic.
  • Can build strong, positive relationships with children.
  • Has a good understanding of the different needs and challenges SEND pupils may experience.
  • Is confident adapting learning and communication to meet individual needs.
  • Has a calm, consistent and encouraging approach.
  • Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with teaching staff.

 
Why Horizon Teachers
 

  • We always look to pay our Teachers/Support Staff the highest rates possible
  • Earn up to £300 in vouchers of your choice for successful referrals
  • We are currently having our busiest year & placing more staff than ever before

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.

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Lovely working with Horizon teachers. Especially with Alexa who helped place me in SEN TA work and has recently found me a wonderful permanent placement in a school. Super grateful!!
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I’ve had a really amazing and positive experience with the team since joining. From the start, Paul (Primary Team) and David (Secondary Team) have both been incredibly supportive, approachable, and professional, making the whole process smooth and reassuring. I’ve been working with both a primary and a secondary consultant, and the communication between them has been excellent. They’ve always been available to answer questions and provide guidance whenever needed. The support I received before starting my placement was especially helpful. My consultant gave me great insight into the school, which really helped me feel prepared and confident going in. I also completed their Teaching Assistant training, along with Safeguarding Level 1 and Level 2, which were both very informative and valuable. A special thanks to David for checking in with me when things were a bit challenging — it really made a difference and showed genuine care and support. Overall, I’ve felt well-supported throughout my journey so far and would definitely recommend their service to others. Ahmed.
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I've had a lovely experience with Horizon Teachers so far, especially with Alexa who helped me throughout my registration process. She has been really helpful and responsive throughout! The team has been supportive in helping me find work as a teaching assistant, and I would definitely recommend them!
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When I registered with Horizon, I was fearful of it being just like the rest. The ones that create empty promises to keep your interest and who want to benefit more from your hardwork than yourself. Melanie proved that Horizon was a cut above the rest. From the very start, Melanie was keen on getting employment that fulfilled my wishes. She stayed in contact to inform me of potential positions and offered me clear advice in order to secure the ideal post. Even after that, Melanie still contacts me to ensure all is well. I have and will continue to recommend Horizon and Melanie to other persons in the educational field.
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I've been working under Horizon as a TA since early Dec, and have only compliments. My agency contact, Alexa, has been great at providing information, fixing any miscommunications and has personally chased after my timesheet approvals. I have already recommended Horizon to friends as well as a coworker who had problems with their own agency and I would definitely recommend Horizon again as a great agency for TA's.
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Its a good agency, they got me a long term placement very quickly that started in November and I'm still in that placement. They didn't prep me anything about the school other than where it is, the age group and department that I'll be in but, I'm sure if I had asked for more details they would have provided them without issue. The agency consultant staff are very friendly and always try their best to help out!!
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Ethan
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Great experience with Horizon Teachers. The team is supportive, communicative, and helped me find suitable placements quickly. I felt well-prepared and supported throughout—would definitely recommend!
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I’ve been working with Horizon Teaching for several months now in an SEN school, and my experience has been very positive. The whole process from starting out to being placed in a school was quick and smooth. I’d especially like to mention David, who I’ve been working with since September. He has been incredibly supportive, always approachable, and very quick to respond to any questions or concerns. He takes feedback positively and acts on it, always doing his best to meet requirements and make sure everything runs smoothly. David also genuinely looks after staff, which makes a big difference. Thank you David and the Horizon Teaching team — I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to work in schools.
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