SEN Teaching Assistant - Harold Hill

Randstad Education; Romford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with complex needs in a nurturing school environment near Harold Hill. This role involves providing one-to-one assistance, developing learning strategies, and positively impacting students' academic journeys. Ideal candidates should have experience working in educational settings, a patient demeanor, and an Enhanced Child DBS certificate. Join us to help shape the futures of young learners while enjoying a competitive wage and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Competitive daily wage

Ongoing training and CPD

£300 Referral Scheme reward

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with complex learning needs, preferably in educational or care settings.
• Ability to build positive working relationships quickly.
• Strong skills in observation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored intervention to help students focus and manage sensory stimulation.
• Work alongside class teachers to adapt learning materials.
• Document student engagement and progress accurately.

Skills

Experience with children with complex learning needs

Patience

Resilience

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Education

Enhanced Child DBS certificate

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you a calm, resourceful professional ready to dedicate your skills to supporting young people with complex needs in a specialised school setting?

Do you excel at providing consistent emotional regulation and academic assistance, helping students overcome their unique learning barriers?

Seeking an opportunity to become a valued member of a positive, forward-thinking team in Harold Hill, where your work directly impacts student confidence and growth?

If you are looking for a hugely meaningful and stable role where your contribution is recognised daily, submit your CV immediately!

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly reliable SEN Support Worker / Teaching Assistant (TA) to join a dedicated Special Educational Needs school located near Harold Hill.

This position involves providing essential one-to-one and small group support to students with a variety of needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and specific communication requirements. You will be instrumental in translating educational goals into accessible learning experiences, making a difference in the daily lives of these pupils.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide essential, tailored intervention that enables students to focus on tasks, manage sensory stimulation, and successfully access their curriculum.
• Work collaboratively alongside the class teacher and therapy teams to adapt learning materials and maintain an organised, therapeutic classroom environment.
• Implement prescribed individual support strategies related to behaviour management, communication tools (e.g., visual timetables, PECS), and de-escalation techniques.
• Serve as a positive and consistent role model, promoting independence, social skills, and effective coping mechanisms during challenging periods.
• Document student engagement and progress accurately, providing clear feedback to the teaching staff and contributing to the review of student support plans.
• Assist pupils with any necessary personal care or mobility tasks, executing these duties with sensitivity, professionalism, and full respect for the student's privacy.

We're Looking For

• Demonstrable experience working with children or young adults who have complex learning needs, ideally within an educational or care environment.
• An inherently patient, non-judgemental, and resilient disposition, paired with a proactive approach to solving problems.
• A strong capability to quickly establish constructive and positive working relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Excellent capacity for observation, clear communication, and working effectively as part of a wider professional team.
• An Enhanced Child DBS certificate currently on the update service (or the readiness to apply for a new one without delay).

What You Will Receive

• competitive and reliable daily wage of £90 - £110.
• The chance to contribute to a nurturing, specialist school community near Harold Hill that prioritises both student well-being and staff professional growth.
• Access to ongoing training and specialised continuous professional development (CPD) relevant to the needs of the students you support.
• A career path that offers deep satisfaction by tangibly improving the educational journeys and daily living skills of young people.
• Our market-leading £300 'Referral Scheme' reward.

How to Apply

If you are a dedicated and supportive individual ready to make a difference in a school setting, Apply now with an updated CV for more information.