Sen Teaching Assistant

Forever Education Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,295 - 23,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding Ofsted rating

Modern school facilities

Excellent transport links

Strong community

Job summary

Forever Education Ltd is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant for a Barking, East London setting starting September 2026. The role is long-term supply through to December 2027 with full-time hours, and potential for permanent from January 2027. Salary is £110–£125 per day.

The school specializes in therapeutic education for children with SEN and neurodiverse needs, and offers a supportive community, strong leadership, and excellent transport links. Experience with SEMH/ASC is valued.

Qualifications

• 1 year SEN TA experience or similar
• Understanding of needs for students with SEN
• Strong communication with students, parents and staff
• Experience with SEMH and ASC
• Passion for inclusive education
• TA Diploma/NVQ desirable

Responsibilities

• Support SEN students in class and small groups
• Assist with behaviour management and environment adaptations
• Liaise with teachers, parents and support staff
• Monitor student progress and report needs
• Provide a safe, inclusive learning environment

Skills

1 year SEN TA experience

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Behaviour management

Adaptability

Inclusive education passion

NVQ/TA diploma desirable

Education

Teaching Assistant Diploma or NVQ

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Barking, East London

Start: September 2026 (Long‑term supply, potential permanent from January 2027). Pay: £110‑£125 per day.

Forever Education is supporting a unique independent Special Educational Needs (SEN) group based in London, which provides therapeutic education for children and young people with special educational and neurodiverse learning needs. They are looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant to join them from September 2026 on a long‑term supply basis through to December 2027 on a full‑time basis. There is a potential opportunity for a permanent position from January 2027.

Benefits of Working at This School

• Outstanding rating across all areas.
• Known for a strong community, academic curriculum, and extensive extracurricular programmes.
• Modern school building.
• Excellent transport links.

School Details

• Outstanding graded school with strong, values‑led leadership.
• Located in Barking, East London – excellent transport links.
• Pastoral structure is well-established.
• Open to English teachers from MPS1‑UPS1.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant or in a similar role.
• Demonstrated understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by students with special educational needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills, allowing you to adapt quickly to the ever‑changing needs of your students.
• Experience implementing behaviour management strategies and supporting students with SEMH and ASC.
• A passion for inclusive education and a deep commitment to ensuring that all students can succeed.
• Relevant qualifications, such as a Teaching Assistant Diploma or NVQ, are highly desirable.

Forever Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all candidates to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.