Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

Career Teachers UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Job summary

Career Teachers UK in London is seeking a compassionate Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team. This role involves working closely with children and young people with a range of SEN to help them reach their full potential academically and personally in a nurturing classroom.

The position offers one-to-one and small-group support, assistance with IEPs and behaviour strategies, and collaboration with teachers on inclusive lessons.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEN desirable but not essential.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Willingness to participate in training and development.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with special educational needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Support students with learning, communication, social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Help implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies.
• Foster a positive, safe, and nurturing learning environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff and parents where appropriate.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and personal development.

Skills

One-to-one support

Small-group support

IEP implementation

Behaviour support

Communication skills

Job description

Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

Location: Ealing
Hours: 830am to 330pm depending on lunch can be 4pm
Salary: 95 to 110 per day

Make a Real Difference Every Day

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with children and young people who have a range of special educational needs, helping them to achieve their full potential both academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with special educational needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Support students with learning, communication, social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Help implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies.
• Foster a positive, safe, and nurturing learning environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff and parents where appropriate.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and personal development.

About You

The successful candidate will:

• Have a caring, patient, and empathetic nature.
• Be passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Remain calm, flexible, and resilient in challenging situations.
• Experience working with children with SEN is desirable but not essential, as training may be provided.

What We Offer

A welcoming and supportive working environment
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
The chance to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives
Competitive salary

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