SEN Teaching Assistant

Operam Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment consultancy is seeking a proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs in Hackney. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in an SEN setting and be qualified to at least Level 3 in Education or Childcare. Responsibilities include fostering independence and promoting a positive learning environment. Join our team for tailored guidance and to help children achieve their full potential. This role offers competitive support and the opportunity for meaningful impact.

Benefits

Up to £150 in vouchers for successful referrals

Full interview preparation and support

Access to specialist education consultants

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting children in a school or SEN setting.
• Qualified to at least Level 3 in a relevant Education or Childcare field.
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Use effective approaches to resolving conflict and promote positive behaviour.
• Deliver engaging, differentiated learning experiences.

Skills

Experience supporting children with special educational needs

Empathy

Excellent communication skills

Proactive approach

Team collaboration

Education

Level 3 qualification in Education or Childcare

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant role in Hackney

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs to achieve their full potential?

We are looking for an experienced and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join a Primary school on a long-term basis starting from January 2026. You will support children across all year groups on a 1:1 and group basis, building strong relationships with children and working alongside experienced and passionate SEN Teaching Assistants.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of additional needs, including, Autism, ADHD, Complex Behaviour, and SEMH needs.
• Use effective approaches to resolving conflict and promote positive behaviour to encourage a calm, safe learning environment.
• Work with the class teacher, teaching assistants and wider inclusion team to deliver engaging, differentiated learning experiences.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and resilience in all pupils.

About You

• Proven experience supporting children in a school or SEN setting
• Qualified to at least Level 3 in a relevant Education or Childcare field.
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning
• Empathy, resilience, and excellent communication skills
• A proactive, positive approach and a collaborative mindset

Why Join Horizon Teachers?

• A team of specialist education consultants many of whom are ex-teachers offering tailored guidance and ongoing support
• Up to 150 in vouchers for successful referrals
• 4.8-star Google rating from teachers, support staff, and schools who value our commitment and care
• Full interview preparation, honest feedback, and support at every stage of your job search

Horizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement. For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Horizon Teachers, part of Operam Education Group.