SEN Teaching Assistant - East London

Teaching Personnel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with Special Educational Needs in schools across Greater London. The ideal candidate is compassionate, adaptable, and passionate about making a positive difference in students' lives. Full training and development opportunities are provided, making it suitable for both experienced TAs and those new to the field.

Benefits

Free Thrive Approach training

Flexible work schedule

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Attractive hourly rates

Weekly pay via PAYE

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or adults with SEN needs.
• Personal care experience is desirable.
• Passionate about making a difference.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEN.
• Assist with personal care where required.
• Help create an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Compassion

Adaptability

Patience

Job description

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SEN Teaching Assistant - East London, Greater London

Client:

Teaching Personnel

Location:

Greater London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

Job Description:

Are you a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next role? Teaching Personnel is seeking passionate individuals to support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in schools across [location].

The Role:

Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with a range of SEN needs, including Autism (ASD), ADHD, Social Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH), Speech & Language Difficulties (SLCN), Sensory Processing Disorders, and Complex Learning Needs.

Assist with personal care where required (experience is a big plus).

Help create an inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environment.

Work closely with teachers, therapists, and parents to implement tailored learning plans.

Why Join Us?

Thrive Training – Free access to Thrive Approach training for all educators signed up with us, perfect for those looking to gain SEN experience or develop their skills.
Flexible work – Choose full-time, part-time, or day-to-day roles to suit your schedule.
Ongoing support – Dedicated consultant to guide you through placements.
Competitive pay – Attractive hourly rates, with weekly pay via PAYE.

Ideal Candidate:

Experience supporting children or adults with SEN needs (personal care experience is desirable).
Patient, adaptable, and passionate about making a difference.
Willingness to learn – we provide training to help you grow!

Whether you’re an experienced SEN TA or looking to start your journey in special education, we’d love to hear from you!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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