SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary School - Walthamstow, London )

Academics; London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known primary school in Walthamstow, London, seeks two passionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support children with additional needs starting from April 2025. The role offers full-time hours with a permanent contract, extensive training, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives. Candidates with degrees in Education or Psychology, or those with related experience, are strongly encouraged to apply and join a supportive educational environment.

Benefits

Support & training provided

Access by public transport

Qualifications

• Recent graduate willing to support children with SEN.
• Experience with children with ASD, ADHD, or learning difficulties preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support assigned child to access curriculum and build rapport.
• Work closely with the class teacher and receive training.
• Assist students with various special educational needs.

Skills

Empathy

Collaboration

Patience

Communication

Education

Degree in Education, Psychology, or related

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School – Walthamstow, London

Are you passionate about working with children with Special Educational Needs in a primary school setting?

Do you have experience supporting children with additional needs in primary schools?

Are you a recent graduate interested in helping children with SEN?

Available full-time from April 2025?

A large mainstream primary school in Walthamstow, London, is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to join from April 2025 on a full-time, permanent basis to support children with SEN.

Position Details:

• Location: Walthamstow, London (Waltham Forest)
• Start Date: April 2025
• Type: Permanent, Full-time
• Salary: £21,000-£26,000 per annum
• Support & training provided

The school is accessible by tube, bus, and car, within walking distance of two local stations.

They are looking for two SEN Teaching Assistants with experience working with children with SEN such as ASD, ADHD, challenging behaviour, or learning difficulties. Recent graduates in Education, Psychology, Criminology, or related degrees who are eager to work with SEN children are also encouraged to apply.

Your main role will be to support your assigned child, build rapport, and help them access the curriculum confidently. You will work closely with the class teacher and receive excellent support and training.

If you're interested in applying or attending a trial day, contact Yasmin Boffa at Academics on 0203 004 0726 or send your CV.