Sen Teaching Assistant | Brent | Asap Start

Marchant Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant for a Brent primary school in North West London. The role is full-time and term-time only, supporting pupils with ASD, SLCN, SEMH through 1:1 and small-group tasks.

You will work with class teachers and the school SENCO to adapt activities, manage sensory needs, and help create an inclusive learning environment that enables every pupil to thrive.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with complex needs including ASD, SLCN and SEMH.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or higher is required.
• Enhanced DBS check is clear and up to date.
• Ability to adapt activities to individual EHCP targets.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 learning support with tailored tasks and sensory breaks.
• Use visual schedules, PECS, and Makaton to foster participation.
• Support emotional regulation and smooth transitions.
• Progress tracking in collaboration with SENCO and therapists.

Skills

1:1 Learning Support

Communication & Engagement

Behaviour & Regulation

Progress Tracking

Education

GCSE English and Maths C/4+

Job description

Job Title: Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant

Location: Brent, North West London

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent (Term Time Only)

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: NJC Scale / Grade (Dependent on experience)

Role Overview

An inclusive and nurturing primary school in Brent is seeking an empathetic and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join its dedicated learning support team. This full-time, term-time-only position involves delivering tailored 1:1 and small-group support to children with Special Educational Needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Speech, Language & Communication Needs (SLCN), and Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The position is ideally suited for an experienced SEN support assistant or a psychology graduate aiming to gain substantial, hands-on experience within a vibrant North West London school. Working alongside class teachers and the school SENCO, you will help adapt daily learning activities, manage sensory needs, and champion an environment where every pupil can thrive.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

1:1 Learning Support: Deliver structured 1:1 academic tasks, sensory breaks, and social stories aligned with pupils' individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

Communication & Engagement: Implement visual schedules, PECS, and Makaton techniques to foster pupil independence and active classroom participation.

Behaviour & Regulation: Support emotional regulation using positive reinforcement strategies, assisting pupils through transitions and maintaining calm learning spaces.

Progress Tracking: Collaborate regularly with the SENCO, class teachers, and external speech and occupational therapists to record and review pupil development.

Qualifications & Skills: Prior experience working with children with complex needs, strong patience, excellent communication skills (GCSE Grade C/4+ in English and Maths), and a clear Enhanced DBS check.

School & Department Highlights

Accessible Location: A diverse primary school based in Brent with excellent London Underground and bus connections.

Specialist Facilities: Purpose-built inclusion hubs, quiet sensory spaces, and well-stocked learning resources designed to support neurodivergent learners.

Professional Growth: Extensive access to specialized CPD, including Team Teach, Autism awareness training, and progression pathways toward HLTA status.