Rikama Education

Teaching Assistant

101 High Street SE9 1TD

Key information

Pay
£14.25 to £15 an hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
10 Sep 2026
Closing date
9 Oct 2026

About this role

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.