SEN Teaching Assistant - Waltham Forest, London

Academics Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant for a rewarding full-time role in Waltham Forest, London. The successful candidate will support a Year 1 child with additional needs, creating an encouraging and inclusive environment. Experience is preferred, but graduates passionate about education are welcome to apply. This position offers excellent opportunities for training and contributes positively to the school community.

Benefits

Teacher training available

Excellent education and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience preferred but open to graduates passionate about education.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children.
• Understand and support additional needs in a learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development of a child in Year 1 with additional needs.
• Deliver interventions and one-on-one support in KS1.
• Work with the class teacher and SENCO to implement strategies.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment.
• Promote independence and positive learning habits.
• Contribute to the school's community.

Skills

Caring attitude

Motivation

Proactive approach

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Waltham Forest, London

Are you looking for a rewarding role supporting young learners?
Do you want to make a real impact on children at primary school level?
Are you available to work full time either ASAP or from January 2026?

Academics are seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a warm and inclusive primary school in Waltham Forest, London. This SEN Teaching Assistant position is a full‑time, long‑term opportunity working 1:1 with a child in KS1, starting ASAP or January 2026.

The school in Waltham Forest, London is looking for a caring, motivated, and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant who can provide consistent support, build positive relationships, and help the child thrive within the classroom. While experience is preferred, the school is very open to graduates who are passionate about working with children or pursuing a career in education.

Key Details:

• Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
• Location: Waltham Forest, London
• Start Date: ASAP or January 2026
• Pay Rate: 89–110 per day (depending on experience)
• Contract: Full‑time, long‑term
• Year Group: Year 1 & Year 2 – KS1 (1:1 support)
• Teacher training available from September 2026

Responsibilities:

• Support the learning, development, and well‑being of a child in Year 1 with additional needs
• Be timetabled to work with children across KS1 delivering interventions and 1:1 support
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement tailored strategies
• Create an encouraging and inclusive environment
• Help promote independence, confidence, and positive learning habits
• Contribute to the wider school community in Waltham Forest, London
• Receive excellent education and training opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or a committed graduate keen to build a meaningful career in education.

If you are enthusiastic, patient, and passionate about helping children succeed, we would love to hear from you!

Please click 'apply' now or contact Yasmin on (phone number removed) / (url removed)