SEN Teaching Assistant

Teach Plus; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Plus in Brent is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school from September 2026. You will support a small KS1 group with ASD and ADHD to access learning in a structured environment.

You will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement personalised strategies that boost communication, behaviour and confidence. The role requires strong collaboration, excellent communication and a proactive approach to helping pupils achieve

Qualifications

• Relevant experience as SEN Teaching Assistant in UK education.
• Experience supporting pupils with ASD and ADHD is highly desirable.
• DBS Update Service is essential and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support a group of KS1 pupils with ASD and ADHD as a SEN Teaching Assistant
• Provide targeted support during lessons and classroom activities
• Use appropriate strategies to support communication, engagement and positive behaviour
• Help pupils access the curriculum and develop greater independence
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement individual support strategies
• Monitor pupils' progress and provide feedback to teaching staff

Skills

SEN TA experience

ASD/ADHD support

Behaviour management

Effective communication

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Start Date: September 2026

Location: Brent

Full-time

Salary: 108 - 110 per day (depending on experience)

About the role and school

We are seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Brent from September 2026. This SEN Teaching Assistant role will involve supporting a small group of KS1 pupils with additional needs, including Autism (ASD) and ADHD.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to provide consistent, personalised support and help pupils access learning in a positive and structured environment. You will play an important role in supporting pupils' communication, behaviour, confidence and independence.

This SEN Teaching Assistant position would suit someone with relevant experience working in a similar role within the UK education sector who is confident supporting pupils with ASD and ADHD.

Job Responsibilities

• Support a group of KS1 pupils with ASD and ADHD as a SEN Teaching Assistant
• Provide targeted support during lessons and classroom activities
• Use appropriate strategies to support communication, engagement and positive behaviour
• Help pupils access the curriculum and develop greater independence
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement individual support strategies
• Monitor pupils' progress and provide feedback to teaching staff

Qualifications/Experience

• Relevant experience working in a similar SEN Teaching Assistant role within the UK education sector is essential
• Previous experience supporting pupils with ASD and ADHD is highly desirable
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• Valid Enhanced DBS Certificate on the Update Service is essential
• Right to work in the UK