SEN TA

Educo Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily rate £110

Full-time contract

Hackney location

Permanent opportunity

Specialist school environment

Recruiter support

Job summary

Educo Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with manual handling and hoist training for a specialist school in Hackney, East London. The role starts in September 2026, is a full-time, long-term position, Monday to Friday, based in Hackney, supporting pupils with complex needs and mobility.

The ideal candidate will have SEN or specialist school experience, hoist skills, personal care experience, and a patient, nurturing approach, working well within a supportive school team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in SEN or specialist school settings.
• Manual handling experience.
• Hoist training and practical experience.
• Experience providing personal care.
• Experience supporting children with complex needs.
• Patient, calm and nurturing approach.
• Ability to work as part of a supportive school team.
• Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with mobility, personal care and access to learning.
• Assist with daily activities in a specialist school environment.

Skills

Manual handling experience

Hoist training

Personal care

Complex needs support

Team player

Calm and patient

Passion for SEN

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant PMLD - Manual Handling & Hoist Trained

Location: Hackney, East London

Pay: £110 per day

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-time, long-term

Hours: Monday - Friday

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with manual handling and hoist experience?

We are looking for a dedicated and caring Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Hackney from September.

The role will involve supporting pupils with complex and profound needs, including assisting with mobility, personal care and access to learning.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working within a SEN or specialist school
• Manual handling experience
• Hoist training and practical experience
• Experience providing personal care
• Experience supporting children or young people with complex needs
• A patient, calm and nurturing approach
• The ability to work as part of a supportive school team
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

Male applicants are specifically sought for this position due to the personal care requirements of the role.

The Benefits

• £110 per day
• Full-time, long-term position
• Based in Hackney
• Potential for a permanent position
• Supportive specialist school environment
• Ongoing support from your Educo Recruitment consultant