SEN Teaching Assistant

GSL Education - London SEN; Ealing; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs in North West London. This long-term role offers a competitive salary of £100-£120 per day and provides ongoing support and training. Ideal candidates will have experience in SEN or related fields, be calm and patient, and commit to Monday to Friday work. You will work within supportive schools and have an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Access to CPD and specific training

Opportunities within supportive schools

Qualifications

• Experience in SEN, education, care, youth work, or support roles.
• Available Monday to Friday.
• School-based experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support students with behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Assist the teacher with daily learning activities.

Skills

Experience in SEN

Calm and patient demeanor

Confidence in supporting challenging behavior

Reliability

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - North West London

Location: North West London (Harrow, Brent, Barnet, Ealing, Hillingdon, Wembley, Willesden); Salary: £100-£120 per day (depending on experience); Start Date: Immediate; Contract type: Long-Term, Full-Time.

Are you an SEN Teaching Assistant or support worker looking for a stable, rewarding role in a supportive school environment?

GSL Education are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work across a range of specialist SEN schools and inclusive mainstream settings in North West London. These roles support pupils with Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, SLD, PMLD, and complex needs, and offer long-term consistency with the opportunity to move into a permanent position.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA), you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs
• Support students with behaviour, emotional regulation, and engagement
• Assist the class teacher with daily learning activities
• Work alongside SENCOs, therapists, and pastoral teams
• Help create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

We are keen to speak with candidates who:

• Have experience in SEN, education, care, youth work, or support roles
• Are calm, patient, and confident supporting challenging behaviour
• Are reliable and available Monday to Friday
• Are looking for a long-term role rather than day-to-day supply

School-based experience is beneficial but not essential. Full support and guidance will be provided.

What's on Offer

• £100-£120 per day, depending on experience
• Weekly pay
• Long-term and permanent opportunities
• Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN consultant
• Access to CPD and SEN-specific training
• Opportunities within well-resourced and supportive schools

Locations

Roles available across North West London: Harrow, Brent, Barnet, Ealing, Hillingdon, Wembley, Willesden.

Requirements

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Right to work in the UK
• Two professional references

Apply Now!

If you are passionate about supporting young people with SEN and want a role where you can make a genuine difference, apply today for an immediate response. Interviews and trial days are available.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing a new application.

As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the “SEN Teaching Assistant” role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.