Junior School Teaching Assistant - SEND & Behaviour Support

Vision For Education Ltd.; London Borough of Waltham Forest; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Free safeguarding training

Pension contributions

Refer-a-friend bonus

Team Teach training

Job summary

Vision For Education Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support children who need extra help in a welcoming junior school in Waltham Forest.

You will assist with academic tasks and pastoral support, helping pupils regulate behaviour and engage with learning in a calm, safe environment. The role runs 08:30–15:30, Monday to Friday, with on-site parking and full guidance from a safeguarding-trained team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs/behaviour
• Experience in a Junior school setting
• Great team-working ethic and willingness to immerse into the school culture
• Commitment to supporting learners both academically and pastorally
• Knowledge of safeguarding/child protection updates

Responsibilities

• Support children academically and pastorally in class
• Assist with classroom behaviour and de-escalation as needed
• Collaborate with SENDCO/DSL and teaching staff
• Create a supportive and safe learning environment

Skills

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Communication

Safeguarding

Job description

Vision For Education Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support children who need extra help in a welcoming junior school in Waltham Forest.

You will assist with academic tasks and pastoral support, helping pupils regulate behaviour and engage with learning in a calm, safe environment. The role runs 08:30–15:30, Monday to Friday, with on-site parking and full guidance from a safeguarding-trained team.