SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; Romford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Romford is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide support to pupils with special educational needs, including autism. You will assist with both 1:1 and general TA duties in a supportive environment with an outstanding OFSTED rating. This is a long-term, full-time position starting ASAP until July 2026, with a salary of £90 - £115 per day.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a SEN teaching assistant.
• Passionate about supporting children with autism and SEN.
• Resilient, patient, and proactive in managing challenging behaviours.
• Live within a commutable distance from Romford, London.
• Must have an enhanced DBS check on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to pupils with SEN, including autism.
• Assist with 1:1 and general TA duties as directed by the teaching staff.
• Support the management of challenging behaviours in a resilient, patient, and proactive manner.

Skills

Supporting children with autism

Managing challenging behaviours

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Are you a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking the next step in your career? Academics is working with a welcoming primary school in Romford, London, on the lookout for a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a long-term, full-time basis. This school places its children and staff at the centre of what they do and offers an inclusive environment.

Key details: Romford, London • ASAP start • Outstanding OFSTED rating • Salary £90 - £115 per day • Three-form entry school • Long-term, full-time contract until July 2026 • Roles include both 1:1 and general TA work.

Role details

• Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
• Location: Romford, London
• Start: ASAP
• School: Primary school with Outstanding OFSTED rating
• Contract: Long-term, full-time until July 2026
• School structure: Three-form entry
• Work type: 1:1 and general TA support

Responsibilities

• Provide support to pupils with SEN, including autism.
• Assist with 1:1 and general TA duties as directed by the teaching staff.
• Support the management of challenging behaviours in a resilient, patient, and proactive manner.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a SEN teaching assistant.
• Passionate about supporting children with autism and SEN.
• Resilient, patient, and proactive in managing challenging behaviours.
• Live within a commutable distance from Romford, London.
• Must have an enhanced DBS check on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one.