SEND Teaching Assistants

Step Teachers Ltd; London Borough of Waltham Forest; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Step Teachers Ltd is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant for daily supply across Waltham Forest and surrounding areas. You will support pupils with SEND across both primary and secondary settings, working closely with class teachers and SENCOs to deliver targeted learning plans.

This role requires a calm, patient approach, experience with SEND, and an enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one). Salary is paid weekly through PAYE and you gain access to exclusive offers and well-being

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting children with SEND in school or care settings.
• Understanding of EHCPs and strategies to support diverse needs.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach to behaviour and communication.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND including autism, ADHD, SEMH and speech/language needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to help pupils access the curriculum.
• Work with teachers and SENCOs to implement learning plans.
• Promote inclusion and positive behaviour in the classroom.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to reviews and assessments.

Skills

SEND experience

Teamwork

Communication

DBS update service

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - Daily supply, starting as soon as possible

These flexible opportunities are ideal for SEND Teaching Assistants who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different school settings. You’ll be working on a daily supply basis in Waltham Forest and the surrounding areas, supporting pupils with special educational needs across a range of primary and secondary schools.

Duties as SEND Teaching Assistant:

• Support pupils with a range of SEND including autism, ADHD, SEMH, and speech and language needs
• Work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to implement personalised learning plans
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to help pupils access the curriculum
• Promote inclusion and positive behaviour in the classroom
• Assist with personal care and mobility where required
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to reviews and assessments
• Adapt quickly to different school environments and pupil needs

Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND in school or care settings
• Understanding of EHCPs and strategies for supporting diverse needs
• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent (desirable)
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach to behaviour and communication
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment.

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.

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.