Special Needs Primary Assistant

TeacherActive; Ilford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Dedicated consultant

CPD opportunities

Flexible payment options

Supportive school environment

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with a welcoming 3-form entry primary school in Ilford seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their specialist provision on a full-time basis.

The role focuses on supporting pupils with SEND and SEMH, building positive relationships, delivering tailored support with teachers and therapists, and helping create a calm, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND and/or SEMH needs.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Excellent behaviour management skills.
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
• A DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils within the school's specialist SEND provision.
• Building positive relationships to help pupils feel safe, engaged, and ready to learn.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and therapists to deliver tailored support.
• Using positive behaviour strategies to support emotional regulation.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social development.
• Helping create a calm, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Experience with SEND and SEMH

Calm and patient demeanor

Excellent behaviour management

Collaborative teamwork

DBS Update Service (or willing to get

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – SEMH & SEND Provision

Ilford | Full-Time | Monday–Friday | September Start

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming 3-form entry primary school in Ilford that is looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their specialist provision on a full-time basis.

The Role

• Supporting pupils within the school's specialist SEND provision.
• Building positive relationships to help pupils feel safe, engaged, and ready to learn.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and therapists to deliver tailored support.
• Using positive behaviour strategies to support emotional regulation.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social development.
• Helping create a calm, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with children with SEND and/or SEMH needs.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Excellent behaviour management skills.
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
• A DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one).

In Return, TeacherActive Offers:

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way.
• Access to CPD and training opportunities.
• Flexible payment options.
• The opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive primary school where every child matters.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.