TEACHING ASSISTANT

Job Application Pack

TEACHING ASSISTANT
SEND Teacher / Specialist

Closing Date for Applications: 23 March 2026

OUR SCHOOL

Thank you for your interest in Newland House School. Our welcoming Pre-Prep and Prep School sits

on  a  5-acre  site  in  a  quiet  residential  area  on  the  edge  of  Twickenham  and  Teddington  in  South

West  London.  Established  in  1897,  Newland  House  is  one  of  the  oldest  and  largest  Independent

Prep Schools for children aged 3-13 in the area.

We are passionate about inspiring a life-long love of learning and bringing out the brilliance in every

child.  Our  curriculum  is  innovative,  broad  and  ambitious,  giving  every  child  the  opportunity  to

explore  their  academic,  sporting,  and  creative  passions.  We  are  committed  to  supporting  each

pupil's unique learning journey, and our dedicated teachers and staff continuously seek fresh ideas

to enhance learning experiences both in the classroom and beyond.

Ensuring the happiness and wellbeing of our pupils is core to all we do. We want every single child

in  our  school  to  feel  safe,  valued  and  cared  for  and  visitors,  parents  and  children  consistently

comment on the positive, happy, and vibrant atmosphere at our School.

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

We  are  seeking  an  experienced    Nurturing  SEND  teacher  /  specialist  to  work  1:1  with  a  reception-

aged  pupil  who  presents  with  sensory  processing  needs  and  social,  behavioural  and  emotional

regulation challenges.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the pupil’s learning, emotional regulation,

communication, and engagement within the early years environment.

This  role  requires  a  calm,  creative,  and  proactive  practitioner  with  the  ability  to  adapt  approaches,

build strong relationships, and implement structured support strategies tailored to individual needs.

The ideal candidate will be required to work under the guidance of the Head of EYFS and Head of

Learning Enrichment .

Newland House and the Learning Enrichment team pride ourselves in creating a fully inclusive and

safe setting, where all children thrive.

We set high standards of learning for all the children in a caring and supportive environment, and you

will help to promote our ethos in encouraging enquiring minds and building pupil’s strengths,

interests and experiences. We pride ourselves in fostering excellent home/school relationships with

parents and the candidate will be expected to have strong communication skills.

In addition, they will be required to set and maintain high educational and moral standards, undertake

other appropriate duties as may be required, participate in and support the school in all its many and

varied activities.

FURTHER DETAILS

Application period closes: 9.00 am on Monday 23 March 2026

Interviews: shortly after the advert closes

Employment Commences: as soon as possible

Salary: Competitive remuneration package (teacher scale), commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Hours: Full-time

Contract: Term time (33 weeks), plus attendance at mandatory inset days.

Please note: This position is specifically tied to the pupils’ attendance at our school. Consequently, the role

                      will conclude if/when the pupils leaves the setting.

If you are enthusiastic about making a meaningful difference in a child's educational journey, we would love

to hear from you!

We welcome any discussions regarding this role or any other queries you may have.

We welcome early applications and reserve the right to interview and make an appointment prior to the

closing date.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Main duties and responsibilities

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 Provide  individualised  learning  support  to  a  child  in  Reception  who  presents  with  sensory

processing needs and social, behavioural and emotional regulation challenges.

• Work  closely  with  the  class  teacher,  SENCo,  parents  and  external  professionals  to  plan  and

deliver targeted interventions and support strategies.

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Implement and review individual learning plans, sensory regulation plans and behaviour support

programmes,  following  the  SEND  process  of  Assess  -  Plan  -  Do  -  Review  and  ensuring  advice

from external agencies is effectively implemented.

• Adapt  and  prepare  learning  materials  and  curriculum  activities  to  ensure  accessibility,

engagement and meaningful progress.

• Support  the  pupil  in  developing  social  skills,  emotional  regulation  and  positive  behaviour,

modelling appropriate strategies and maintaining high expectations.

• Promote  the  pupil’s  overall  progress,  wellbeing  and  inclusion  within  the  classroom  and  wider

school community.

• Monitor the pupil’s progress, strengths and areas for development, maintaining accurate records

and contributing to assessments, reviews and reports.

• Provide  regular  feedback  to  teaching  staff  and  parents,  supporting  open  communication  about

the pupil’s wellbeing, learning and development.

• Assist with classroom organisation and management, helping to create a positive, structured and

inclusive learning environment.

• Maintain  high  educational,  behavioural  and  moral  standards,  supporting  positive  behaviour  and

encouraging respectful relationships among pupils.

• Support  the  health,  safety  and  welfare  of  pupils,  maintaining  constant  awareness  of

safeguarding  and  child  protection  responsibilities  and  reporting  concerns  in  line  with  school

policies.

• Be  vigilant  in  preventing  bullying  and  respond  promptly  to  incidents  in  accordance  with  the

school’s Anti-Bullying Policy.

JOB DESCRIPTION cont.

Other Duties:

• Contribute actively to the Early Years team and wider school community.

• Attend relevant training and professional development to support ongoing learning and

effectiveness in the role.

• Act as a positive role model for pupils and colleagues, upholding the school’s values and

expectations.

• Adhere to the school’s policies, procedures and Code of Conduct.

• Support the school in promoting a welcoming and inclusive ethos to current and prospective

families.

• Contribute to the school’s development priorities and wider initiatives where appropriate.

• Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the Headteacher in support of the effective

running of the school.

THE CANDIDATE

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (desirable)

• Relevant SEND, Early Years, or Child Development qualifications

• Training in sensory integration / sensory circuits

Experience

• Experience  in SEND, particularly supporting children with sensory needs, communication needs,

ASD profiles, or behavioural challenges

• Experience teaching or supporting Early Years/Reception-age children

• Experience differentiating learning and implementing tailored support strategies

• Experience working collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external professionals

• Experience with visual supports, PECS, Makaton, or other augmentative communication tools

• Experience using positive behaviour support models

• Experience collaborating with Speech & Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, or

Educational Psychologists

Skills

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with children and families

• Patient, nurturing, and resilient approach

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to maintain clear records

• Ability to create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment

• Ability to model emotional regulation, social skills, and behaviour strategies for pupils

• Ability to support and mentor other staff in SEND practice

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of child development, sensory processing, emotional regulation, and

attachment-informed practice

• Knowledge of the SEND Assess-Plan-Do-Review cycle

• Awareness of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities, including Anti-Bullying practices

• Understanding of inclusive education and Early Years pedagogical approaches

• Knowledge of evidence-based SEND interventions and behaviour support strategies

• Understanding of relevant SEND legislation and guidance (e.g., SEND Code of Practice)

THE CANDIDATE cont.

Personal competencies and qualities

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Motivation to support and inspire children with additional needs.

Ability to form and maintain positive, trusting relationships and appropriate boundaries with

children and families.

Emotional resilience when working with a range of challenging or complex situations.

Positive attitude to maintaining structure, routines, and behaviour support.

Commitment to the school, its ethos, aims and values.

Ability to motivate self and others, including pupils and colleagues.

Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Flexibility and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including liaising effectively with parents,

staff, governors, and external professionals.

Ability to take initiative and adapt to changing situations and pupil needs.

Empathy, patience, and a nurturing approach to support children’s wellbeing and

development.

Reflective on own practice and committed to continuous professional development.

High personal integrity and professionalism.

Sense of humour and positivity to create a joyful, engaging, and inclusive learning

environment.

Candidates  should  ensure  that  they  address  all  of  the  above  criteria  in  their  application  form,

referring,  where  appropriate,  to  actual  experience.  In  addition,  the  interview  will  explore  issues

relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

WHY WORK AT NEWLAND HOUSE
SCHOOL

Generous pay and allowances – based on

Cycle to work scheme – purchase bicycles

skills and experience.

and equipment at a tax advantageous rate

and pay for the equipment over 12 months.

Pension – teaching and non-teaching staff

enjoy a generous employer contribution

Career personal development – training and

pension scheme.

career development opportunities are

Longer holidays – than the maintained

sector for teachers (19 weeks) and a

minimum of 25 days for full-time non-

teaching staff plus bank holidays and

additional time at Christmas.

Staff fee remission – all staff are eligible for

fee remission after successful completion of

available for all teaching and non-teaching

staff. There are many opportunities to take

on additional responsibilities. Financial and

other support with obtaining relevant

professional qualifications.

Continuous appraisal process – to ensure

staff get regular feedback.

probation. The continuance and value of the

iPads – all teaching staff are given iPads for

school fee remission is at the discretion of

their teaching and assessment and non-

the Governors.

teaching staff when required as part of their

Enhanced sick and maternity/paternity pay

role.

Flexible and generous time off work policy –

exciting programme of socialising events

special leave, time off for dependents and

including quiz nights, karaoke, theatre trips,

appointments.

golfing weekends and many more.

Staff social committee – organise an

Lunches and refreshments – lunches and

Staff reps forum – an opportunity to get

refreshments are provided by the school to

your voice heard.

all members of staff, free of charge during

term time.

Flexible working options – job share and
part-time.

Safeguarding

Newland  House  School  is  committed  to  safeguarding  and  promoting  the  welfare  of  children  and

young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust

and consistent recruitment process in accordance with the guidelines of the government document,

Keeping Children Safe in Education. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening

appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service

(DBS). The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore

permitted  to  ask  job  applicants  to  declare  all  convictions  and  cautions  (including  those  which  are

"spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to

work with children. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and

where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Newland  House  School  values  diversity,  equity  and  inclusion  for  its  pupils  and  staff.  We  want  our

community to feel valued and respected, so we are working hard to build an inclusive culture which

celebrates  diversity  in  different  forms to reflect  the  community we serve. We  believe  that having a

diverse workforce offers different perspectives which helps us to work towards our shared vision and

strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of  backgrounds to apply  to join

our School.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employees will be required to support and encourage the school’s ethos and its objectives, policies

and procedures as agreed by the governing body.

Employees shall uphold the school’s policy in respect of child protection and safeguarding matters.

Employees  will  be  expected  to  comply  with  any  reasonable  request  from  a  manager  to  undertake

work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description.

All members of staff are required to participate in the school’s appraisal scheme.

The job  description  is  current at  the  date shown, but  in  consultation with you,  may be changed  by

the Head to reflect or anticipate changes in the job commensurate with the grade and job title.

It is not a comprehensive statement of procedures and tasks but sets out the main expectations of

school in relation to post-holder’s professional responsibilities and duties.

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates should pay attention to the summary of the role/person specification and explain within

their application how they meet the criteria, whilst also describing what they will bring to the post

from their own knowledge and experience.

Completed applications with a covering letter should be sent to the HR Manager by the closing date.

No CVs will be accepted.

We welcome early applications and reserve the right to interview and make an appointment prior to

the closing date.

Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to

interview, appoint and close the advert early depending on the volume of applications we receive.

We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. We will

only be contacting those candidates who have been selected to progress to the next stage of the

process.

Please note that referees will be contacted prior to the interview.

If you would like an informal confidential discussion regarding this role prior to application then

please contact HR Manager, Ashlesha Sarang-Patel via email on asarang-patel@newlandhouse.net