Teaching Assistant

remedyrecruitmentgroup; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Recruitment Group is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in East London to support pupils with special educational needs. The role involves 1:1 or small group support, assisting teachers, and helping implement IEPs to aid academic, social, and emotional development.

Applicants should have experience with SEN (ASD, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties), a patient and resilient approach, strong communication, and teamwork skills. An enhanced DBS is required or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (e.g., ASD, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties).
• Patient, empathetic and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt support to meet individual needs.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Experience in a primary or secondary school setting.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
• Help implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies
• Promote a safe, positive, and nurturing learning environment
• Support pupils with personal care where required
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff and SENCOs

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Teamwork

Strong communication

Adaptability

Job description

Teaching Assistant (SEN TA - East London) East London, England

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: East London
Contract: Full-time / Part-time (term-time only)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in East London. The successful candidate will work closely with pupils who have Special Educational Needs (SEN), providing tailored support to help them thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

Support pupils with SEN on a 1:1 basis or in small groups

Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons

Help implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies

Promote a safe, positive, and nurturing learning environment

Support pupils with personal care where required

Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff and SENCOs

Requirements

Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN (e.g. ASD, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties)

A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Ability to adapt support to meet individual needs

An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

Experience in a primary or secondary school setting

Why Join Us?

Supportive leadership and experienced SEN team

Ongoing training and professional development

Opportunity to make a real difference in pupils’ lives

Friendly and inclusive school community