Education Assistant for Interventions (SEN)

Thomas Tallis School is a flourishing and popular school situated in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. We currently have over 2,000 pupils on roll, including around 700 students in our highly competitive sixth form. We strive for excellence in all that we do, underpinned by our vision of education to understand the world and change it for the better.

We are seeking to appoint a committed, organised and compassionate Education Assistant – Interventions (SEN) to join our dedicated SEND team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities, helping them to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

Working under the direction of the Deputy SENDCO (KS3), the successful candidate will take responsibility for planning, delivering and monitoring targeted interventions for students with SEND, both individually and in small groups. The role includes providing day-to-day support within the SEN area, contributing to the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), monitoring student progress, and working closely with teaching staff, parents and external agencies to ensure students receive the support they need to succeed. Additional experience and knowledge of a variety of SEND interventions would be highly advantageous in this role.

We are looking for someone who has:

• a good quality degree or relevant experience working with young people
• excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload effectively
• a professional, calm and supportive manner
• a strong commitment to inclusion, equality and safeguarding

We can offer you:

• a supportive and collaborative SEND team committed to improving outcomes for all learners
• the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of young people with SEND
• an inclusive school community that values staff wellbeing and development
• a school with humane management principles and a strong commitment to safeguarding and equality

If you are passionate about supporting young people with SEND, have high expectations for student achievement and wellbeing, and are committed to helping all learners fulfil their potential, we would welcome your application.

For more information about our fantastic school and to apply, please visit our website here:

Application closing date: Wed 17 June 2026, noon

Interview and assessment: w/c 22 June 2026