Specialist SEND Teaching Assistant - Primary

Rising Hope Education Ltd; Barking; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Rising Hope Education Ltd is seeking a Specialist SEND Teaching Assistant to join a primary-aged class within a specialist SEN setting in East London. The role demands warmth, consistency and strong relationship skills to support children effectively from day one.

Pupils have diverse additional needs; you will help them communicate, access learning, manage transitions and develop independence. Experience with autism, complex needs or communication difficulties is desirable, but candidates from

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEND, autism, or complex needs is ideal.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Resilience and a calm, compassionate approach in challenging moments.

Responsibilities

• Help pupils communicate their wants and needs.
• Support access to learning and reduce barriers.
• Assist with transitions between activities and classes.
• Promote independence and self-reliance.
• Build positive relationships and social interactions.
• Support emotional regulation and sense of safety at school.
• Work in partnership with caregivers and colleagues to support progress.

Skills

SEND experience

Communication

Emotional regulation

Relationship building

Job description

Rising Hope Education Ltd is seeking a Specialist SEND Teaching Assistant to join a primary-aged class within a specialist SEN setting in East London. The role demands warmth, consistency and strong relationship skills to support children effectively from day one.

Pupils have diverse additional needs; you will help them communicate, access learning, manage transitions and develop independence. Experience with autism, complex needs or communication difficulties is desirable, but candidates from