SEN Teaching Assistant

Teach Plus Limited; Dover; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational organization in Tower Hamlets seeks a warm and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant. You will support pupils with ASD, ensuring they can access learning and daily routines. Ideal candidates have experience in SEND and possess an Enhanced DBS certificate. This full-time role offers a nurturing environment and the chance to make a real difference in children's lives.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, ideally ASD.
• Understanding of strategies for communication, sensory needs, and behaviour support.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with ASD on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• Assist children with self-care needs where required.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and SENCO.
• Create a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Use strategies that support communication and emotional development.
• Maintain clear communication with staff.

Skills

Experience supporting pupils with SEND

Understanding of communication strategies

Warm, patient, and adaptable approach

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant
Start Date: January 2026
Location: Tower Hamlets
Full/Part-time: Full-time
Salary: £104 per day

About the role/school

Teach Plus are seeking a warm, patient, and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive, Ofsted Good rated mainstream primary school in Tower Hamlets. This two-form entry school is well-known for its inclusive ethos, strong pastoral care, and commitment to ensuring every child receives the support they need to succeed.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be working within a specialist class for pupils with ASD, supporting children with a range of communication, sensory, and social needs. Some pupils may require assistance with self-care throughout the day. The role is ideal for someone passionate about SEND, who can build strong, trusting relationships and provide consistent, calm support.

Job Responsibilities

• Support pupils with ASD on a 1:1 and small-group basis as an SEN Teaching Assistant, helping them access learning and daily routines.
• Assist children with self-care needs where required, promoting independence and dignity.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider staff team to deliver tailored interventions and support plans.
• Create a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Use strategies that support communication, sensory regulation, and emotional development.
• Maintain clear communication with staff and contribute to observations and progress updates.

Qualifications/Experience

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, ideally ASD
• Understanding of strategies for communication, sensory needs, and behaviour support
• Warm, patient, and adaptable approach to supporting children
• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service
• Right to work in the UK

Next steps

If this SEN Teaching Assistant position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Kam at Teach Plus.

Alternatively, please click ‘apply' and we will get back to you as soon as possible.