Teaching Assistant

Role: Teaching Assistant Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Permanent, Full-time or part-time Working hours: 32.5 Hours for Full Time (Monday to Friday, 39 weeks per year inc Inset days)/ Part Time Salary: Scale 4, Spinal point 9-10 (£31158 - £31611) Location: Clarendon School, Riverside Centre Shortlisting: 2nd June 2026 Interviews: 9th June 2026 Clarendon School is a vibrant and inclusive special academy for 160 pupils aged 4-16 with Moderate and Complex Learning Difficulties. Our unique and friendly school has three sites within the borough of Richmond upon Thames, all self-contained but co-located with inclusive-minded mainstream schools. Our Primary and Secondary centres opened in new or newly refurbished buildings 8 years ago, giving us excellent purpose-built facilities. Our new Riverside Centre opens in September 2026 and will boast state-of-the-art facilities. Clarendon School is a proud member of the Auriga Academy Trust, a unique partnership of special schools in West London, that is committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for young people with additional learning needs. Explore more about our community and ethos at https://www.clarendon.richmond.sch.uk/ The Role As a Teaching Assistant at Clarendon School, you will work closely with our teachers to create a nurturing and engaging learning environment for primary-aged children with complex needs. We are looking to appoint an effective and caring Teaching Assistant who ensures that all children have the best learning opportunities, and you will have previous experience/understanding of working with children with a SEND need setting. You’ll help pupils thrive academically, socially, and emotionally through: Tailored support for individual or small groups of students. Providing personal care as needed to ensure students’ well-being. Collaborating with our teaching staff to implement creative and effective learning strategies. Encouraging independence and fostering a love of learning in each student. Developing and maintaining positive relationships across the school community Why join us? Rewarding Work: Make a tangible difference in the lives of pupils aged 4-16 with Moderate and Complex Learning Difficulties, providing the specialist support they need closer to home. Supportive Environment: Collaborate within the Auriga Academy Trust, benefiting from a supportive network of professionals and a culture of mutual professional respect. Professional Growth: Enjoy a clear trajectory for career development, benefiting from our commitment to invest in your professional and leadership development. What we offer: Access to very competitive pension schemes Employee Assistance Program - available 24/7 to support you The Cycle to Work scheme - a brand new bike and equipment through your salary, saving up to 42%. Auriga Rewards benefits platform with 1000s of discounts and offers for big-name brands in retail, travel, fitness, utilities and well