Sen Teaching Assistant- Waltham Forest

GSL Education; Epping Forest; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education are recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with ASD in a welcoming primary school in Waltham Forest. The role involves one-to-one support, helping pupils access activities and follow routines.

You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and parents to implement tailored plans, promote positive behaviour, and create a safe, inclusive learning environment. A strong safeguarding knowledge and an Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain) is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 years’ experience supporting children with ASD and very high additional needs.
• Recent experience working within a primary school setting.
• Proven ability to provide effective one-to-one SEN support.
• Strong communication, patience, and behaviour management skills.
• A calm, caring, and adaptable approach with safeguarding understanding.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support for pupils with SEN, including ASD and complex learning needs.
• Support pupils in accessing classroom activities and following structured routines.
• Use positive behaviour strategies to encourage engagement and emotional regulation.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement personalised support plans.
• Build strong and supportive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents/carers.
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Waltham Forest
Pay Rate: £105-£120 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Long-term, Full-time
Working Hours: 8.30 AM-3.30 PM

Do you have experience supporting children with additional needs and a passion for helping pupils thrive in a primary school environment?

GSL Education are proud to partner with welcoming and inclusive schools in Waltham Forest to appoint a dedicated Special Education Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to provide tailored support for pupils with complex additional needs.

This role is well suited to a compassionate and resilient individual who can provide consistent one-to-one support for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), including pupils with high levels of need. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting learning, communication, emotional regulation, and daily classroom engagement within a primary setting.

Main Responsibilities of SEN Teaching Assistant:

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support for pupils with SEN, including ASD and complex learning needs.
• Support pupils in accessing classroom activities and following structured routines.
• Use positive behaviour strategies to encourage engagement and emotional regulation.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement personalised support plans.
• Build strong and supportive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents/carers.
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.

Requirements of SEN TA:

• Minimum of 1 years’ experience supporting children with ASD and very high additional needs.
• Recent experience working within a primary school setting.
• Proven ability to provide effective one-to-one SEN support.
• Strong communication, patience, and behaviour management skills.
• A calm, caring, and adaptable approach when supporting pupils.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.