Teaching Assistant

Permanent

full-time

job

recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference TAKENSINGTONJAN_1765813252

Closing date January 15, 2026

Location South West London, United Kingdom

Type

Full-Time

Status

Permanent

Contact Roscoe Price Moor

+64 273124286

rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

1:1 Teaching Assistant - Secondary School Location: Kensington & Chelsea, London Start Date: January 2026 Pay: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience) Contract: Full-time | Term-time only

We are working with a welcoming secondary school in Kensington and Chelsea to recruit a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with additional learning needs, starting in January.

The Role:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a secondary-aged pupil
• Support learning, engagement, and emotional wellbeing
• Work closely with class teachers and SEN staff
• Assist with adapting resources and supporting behaviour strategies
• Encourage independence and positive social interaction

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children or young people (secondary or SEN experience preferred)
• Patient, resilient, and nurturing approach
• Confident supporting pupils with additional needs (e.g. ASD, ADHD, SEMH)
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

Why Work With Us?

• Competitive pay rates
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to long-term and permanent opportunities
• Free safeguarding and CPD training

Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

Apply Now: If you are interested in this role, please apply today with your CV and a member of our team will be in touch.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'