SEN Teaching Assistant

Senploy; London Borough of Waltham Forest; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS check

Long-term placement

Temporary-to-permanent pathway

Competitive daily pay

Job summary

Long Term Futures is recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant to join a secondary school in Chingford, Waltham Forest. This full-time role involves providing tailored 1:1 support to students with SEN and delivering small-group interventions to reinforce classroom learning.

The ideal candidate will have experience in SEN or related settings, strong communication skills and a patient, adaptable approach. An Enhanced DBS check is required, with a potential permanent opportunity after a long-term

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEN in secondary settings.
• Ability to adapt support to individual learning needs.
• Patience, reliability and proactive approach are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to secondary students with SEN.
• Deliver small-group interventions to reinforce learning.
• Support teachers by adapting activities and explaining instructions.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive peer relationships.
• Help maintain a structured, inclusive classroom environment.
• Recognise when students struggle and respond with appropriate support.
• Monitor engagement and progress, sharing observations with staff.
• Promote positive behaviour through clear communication.
• Work with SENCO to support individual learning needs.
• Follow safeguarding procedures to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Apply previous experience in SEN or related fields.

Skills

One-to-one support

Group interventions

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Education

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary School, Chingford (E4)

Location: Chingford, Waltham Forest, East London, E4

Contract Type: Full-time, long-term, temporary to permanent

Start Date: ASAP, subject to interview and compliance checks

Commutable from: Walthamstow, Highams Park, Woodford, South Woodford, Enfield, Edmonton, Loughton and Leyton

Long Term Futures is recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant to join a secondary school in Chingford, Waltham Forest. This full-time opportunity involves supporting students with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them access learning, build confidence and participate positively in school life.

We are looking for someone who understands the importance of patience, consistency and adapting support to individual students. Whether you have worked in an SEN school, supported young people in mainstream education or gained relevant experience in another setting, this could be an excellent opportunity to develop your career in secondary education.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to secondary-aged students with varying special educational needs, helping them engage with lessons and achieve individual learning goals.
• Deliver small-group interventions to reinforce classroom learning, develop key skills and encourage participation.
• Support teachers during lessons by adapting activities and explaining instructions to students who require additional guidance.
• Encourage students to develop independence, confidence and positive relationships with their peers.
• Help maintain a structured, inclusive classroom environment where students feel supported and ready to learn.
• Recognise when students may be struggling with learning, communication or emotional regulation and respond using appropriate support strategies.
• Monitor student engagement and progress, sharing relevant observations with teachers and the wider support team.
• Promote positive behaviour through clear communication, encouragement and consistent expectations.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and the school's Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to support individual learning needs.
• Follow school safeguarding procedures and contribute to a safe, respectful learning environment.
• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN, or relevant transferable experience from education, youth work, care or similar environments.
• An understanding of the challenges students with additional learning needs may face in a secondary school setting.
• Confidence supporting students individually, in small groups and within the wider classroom.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive, professional relationships with young people.
• A patient, adaptable and proactive approach to supporting different learning styles and needs.
• Ability to follow teacher guidance while using initiative appropriately when supporting students.
• Commitment to working full-time in a long-term position, with an interest in a potential permanent opportunity.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to complete a new Enhanced DBS check.
• Previous experience supporting students with autism, ADHD, learning difficulties or Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs would be beneficial, although applicants with broader SEN or relevant transferable experience are encouraged to apply.

What Long Term Futures Offers

• Competitive daily pay of £108.68-£115.
• A full-time, long-term placement with a temporary-to-permanent pathway.
• An opportunity to develop practical experience supporting secondary-aged students with varied SEN needs.
• A recruitment process focused on matching your experience and availability with the requirements of the school.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.