SEND 121 Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers Ltd; London Borough of Havering; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Wellbeing services

Exclusive staff deals

Job summary

Step Teachers Ltd is seeking a SEND 1:1 Teaching Assistant for a full-time, long-term role at a London primary school serving ages 5–11. The post focuses on dedicated one-to-one support for a pupil with SEND, helping access learning and engage in classroom activities.

You will work with the class teacher and SENDCo to implement support strategies, monitor progress, and support the pupil's academic, social, and emotional development.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with additional learning needs such as ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, or learning difficulties.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support for a pupil with SEND.
• Help the pupil access learning and engage positively in classroom activities.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENDCo to implement support strategies.
• Support the pupil's academic, social, and emotional development.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.

Job description

Hereis a successful primary school for pupils aged 5–11, offering a caring and inclusive learning environment where children are encouraged to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The school is part of a well-established multi-academy trust and is recognised for its strong community values and supportive ethos.

In its most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was recognised for maintaining a high standard of education and providing a nurturing environment that supports pupils' wellbeing and achievement.

Duties as a SEND 121 Teaching Assistant:

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support for a pupil with SEND
• Help the pupil access learning and engage positively in classroom activities
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENDCo to implement support strategies
• Support the pupil's academic, social, and emotional development
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
• Encourage independence, confidence, and positive behaviour
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff

Ideal SEND 121 Teaching Assistant:

• Experience supporting children with additional learning needs such as ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, or learning difficulties
• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is beneficial but not required
• Patient, caring, and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

SEND 1:1 Teaching Assistant

Full-Time Long-Term OpportunityNovember 2026 Start Available

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

• discounted high street shopping
• travel offers
• gym memberships
• comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services

Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.