Job Description
ADHD Specialist Teaching Assistant\n\nJoin Our Team as an ADHD Specialist Teaching Assistant in Hillingdon!\n\nAre you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with ADHD? Teach Now UK is thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and empathetic ADHD Specialist Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant secondary school in Hillingdon, London. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on supporting students with additional needs and is eager to help them unlock their full potential.\n\nAbout the School\n\nNestled in the heart of Hillingdon, this secondary school is renowned for its inclusive and nurturing environment.
Rated "Good" by Ofsted, the school prides itself on its commitment to supporting students with special educational needs, including ADHD.\n\nThe school boasts:\n\n• State-of-the-art facilities: Modern classrooms equipped with the latest technology to enhance learning.\n\n• Inclusive ethos: A strong focus on promoting equality and celebrating diversity.\n\n• Supportive leadership: A dedicated SEN department with experienced staff who provide excellent guidance and resources.\n\n• Community spirit: A welcoming and collaborative atmosphere where staff and students work together to achieve success.\n\nThe Role\n\nAs an ADHD Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.\n\nYour responsibilities will include:\n\n• Providing tailored 1:1 support and small group interventions for students with ADHD.\n\n• Collaborating with teachers to adapt lesson plans and ensure accessibility for all learners.\n\n• Assisting in the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and monitoring progress.\n\n• Promoting positive behavior strategies and fostering a supportive learning environment.\n\n• Acting as a mentor and role model, helping students build confidence and resilience.\n\nThis is a part-time, temporary position, offering flexibility to suit your schedule while\n\nproviding a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact.\nRequirements\n\nTo excel in this role, you should have:\n\n• Experience working with students with ADHD or other special educational needs.\n\n• A relevant qualification, such as a Teaching Assistant certificate or equivalent.\n\n• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.\n\n• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach.\n\n• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.\n\nWhy work via Teach Now?\n\nTeach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff.\n\nWe:\n\n• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.\n\n• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.\n\n• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.\n\n• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders\n\nTeach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures\n\nWe are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance