Special Needs Support Assistant. Job in Mawneys Education & Training Jobs

Smart Teachers; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education supply agency in the UK is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing junior school in Havering. This role involves supporting Key Stage 2 children with additional needs, particularly those with ASC and SEMH. Candidates should have experience in educational or care settings and possess a valid enhanced DBS. The position offers competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid via PAYE

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

CPD for professional development

Dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting children within a formal learning environment.
• Previous experience of supporting children and young adults within the care sector.
• A fully enhanced DBS registered to the update service, along with 2 professional references.

Responsibilities

• Support children with additional needs in Key Stage 2.
• Work collaboratively within a committed support team.
• Engage effectively with diverse learners.

Skills

Experience supporting children in formal education

Experience in care sector

Ability to engage and motivate learners

Job description

Teaching Assistant

£89-£95

January 2026 July 2026

A nurturing and friendly three-form entry junior school in Havering are looking to welcome talented Teaching Assistants to their team in September 2025.

Classroom Assistants here are go-getters. The SENDCO has worked hard to build a team of committed and able support staff, willing to be flexible and often support outside of their remit. By way of return, the leadership team are understanding and respectful of their team.

The school are excited to hire new staff to be based within the Key Stage 2, to support the new intake of children with additional needs. The Classroom Assistant would need to have experience of supporting children with ASC, and SEMH.

Working hours here are (Apply online only) with a 45 minute break in total. The school is accessible from both Romford and Newbury park stations

Requirements

• Experience of supporting children within a formal learning environment
• Previous experience of supporting children and young adults within the care sector
• A fully enhanced DBS registered to the update service, along with 2 professional references.

What we offer

As a part of our team, you benefit from:

Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.

Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).

Social and networking events.

Pension contributions.

CPD to help with your professional development.

Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you are a Classroom Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed)