SEN Teaching Assistant

Smart Teachers; Essex; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A nurturing primary school in Romford is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs from January 2026. In this role, you will collaborate with teachers and the SEND team to implement individual education plans and assist with classroom activities. Ideal candidates will have experience supporting pupils with SEN, a strong commitment to inclusion, and strategies for promoting positive behavior. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN.
• Strong knowledge of strategies to support learning, behavior, and communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to pupils with SEND.
• Assist in implementing individual education plans (IEPs).
• Support pupils' social, emotional, and behavioral development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and SEND coordinator.

Skills

Experience supporting pupils with SEND

Knowledge of strategies for learning and behavior

Caring and patient nature

Team player

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive primary school in Romford from January 2026.

About the role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and the SEND team to support pupils with additional needs. You will provide targeted support, help implement individual education plans (IEPs), and assist with interventions and classroom activities to ensure all children can engage fully in learning. This role requires patience, creativity and a strong commitment to inclusive education.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to pupils with SEND, both in the classroom and during interventions.
• Assist in implementing IEPs and monitoring progress.
• Support pupils social, emotional and behavioral development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SEND coordinator, and other professionals.
• Maintain a safe, organised, and stimulating learning environment.
• Encourage independence and build positive relationships with pupils and families.

We Are Looking For

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND in a school setting.
• Strong knowledge of strategies to support learning, behavior and communication.
• A caring, patient, and proactive team player.
• Commitment to promoting inclusion and high expectations for all pupils.

About the school

Our school is a nurturing, inclusive environment where all pupils are valued and supported to succeed. We pride ourselves on strong pastoral care, collaborative staff teams and a culture that celebrates diversity and encourages innovation. As part of our SEND team, you will play a key role in helping children access the curriculum and thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of SEN Teaching Assistant you will:

• Have experience working with children with SEN

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Prior experience with SEN