Sen Teaching Assistant

Magisters; Northolt; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational agency is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a mainstream primary school in Northolt. This full-time position involves supporting a child with special educational needs on a 1:1 basis to ensure they can access learning and participate in classroom activities. The role offers the potential for a permanent contract starting in September 2026, emphasizing a supportive school environment. Competitive daily pay of £85-£100 is offered, alongside excellent transport links.

Benefits

Opportunity for permanent contract

Supportive leadership team

Excellent transport links

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with special educational needs.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods according to individual needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support a child with special educational needs to access learning.
• Adapt tasks and resources to suit individual learning needs.
• Reinforce learning through guided practice.

Skills

Support children with special educational needs

Adapt tasks and resources for individual needs

Reinforce learning through positive encouragement

Support communication and emotional regulation

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant role - Mainstream Primary School, Northolt, Full time

Magisters Education are working with a wonderful mainstream primary school in Northolt, UB5 who are actively looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant on a long‑term, full‑time basis from January. You will be supporting a child with special educational needs on a 1:1 basis.

Location: Northolt, UB5

Start Date: January 2026

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant - supporting a child on a 1:1 basis with SEN

Contract: Full-time, 5 days per week (until July 2026 initially, potential permanent from September 2026)

Hours: 8.30am - 3.30pm

Salary: £85-£100 per day

Key Responsibilities

• Support a child with special educational needs to access learning and engage in classroom activities.
• Adapt tasks, resources, and instructions to suit individual learning needs.
• Reinforce learning through guided practice, repetition, and positive encouragement.
• Support pupils' communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity for a permanent contract from September 2026.
• Be part of a school that prioritises mental health and wellbeing across its community.
• Enjoy a supportive and approachable leadership team.
• Excellent transport links and parking at the school.
• Long-term, full-time opportunity.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Temp to perm