Teaching Assistant
| Company: | Rikama Education |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.25 to £15 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Greenwich, SE9 1TD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 10 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 9 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Rikama Education is seeking a dedicated and passionate Teaching Assistant to join our team at a special educational needs (SEN) school in Greenwich.
In this role, you will support small groups and 1-to-1 sessions, delivering a differentiated curriculum tailored to the individual needs of students, including those with ASD, ADHD, Behavioural needs, and related conditions.
You will work alongside a supportive team to foster academic success while also helping students develop critical personal, social, and health education (PSHE) skills.
Key Responsibilities:
• Support students with a range of learning and social needs in both small group settings and on a 1-to-1 basis.
• Experience supporting students with SEMH difficulties or challenging behaviour.
• Use calming and positive behaviour techniques.
• Build trust and rapport with students.
• Be resilient.
• Strong communication skills.
• Have a background in education settings, youth clubs, residential care, social work.
• Assist students in developing life skills and PSHE competencies, which are essential for their overall wellbeing.
• Collaborate effectively with teaching staff and other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for students.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and contribute to regular reviews of learning plans.
Key Requirements:
• Experience working with children, particularly in a special needs or educational setting.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people with special educational needs, including ASD.
• Strong communication skills, both with students and colleagues.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, showing flexibility and adaptability.
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to working with students with diverse needs.
• Male candidates are particularly encouraged to apply due to the nature of the role.
Should you be accepted for this post, you will be rewarded by:
• A Dedicated Consultant.
• Training.
• A long-term contract with the potential to go permanent at this school.
• Excellent rates of pay.
Should you be interested in this post, please apply with an updated CV to:
E: MaxSephtonLea@rikama-education.com
T: 0203 800 1030
If you are happy in your current post; however, you have a colleague or friend that may be interested in this post, please pass on our email and number as Rikama education run a referral incentive scheme for anyone who refers a person to us that we subsequently place at one of our schools.