Teaching Assistant: SEND & Behaviour Support, Junior School

Vision for Education Ltd; London Borough of Waltham Forest; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car parking on site

Desirable working hours

Supportive school environment

Job summary

Smart Teachers is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant for a welcoming junior school in Waltham Forest. You will support children academically and pastorally, with a focus on those needing extra help and safeguarding responsibilities in collaboration with the SENDCO/DSL.

The role runs Monday to Friday from November 2026 to July 2027, with on-site car parking and generous pay. The school emphasises welfare, arts spaces, and a supportive team culture, offering clear guidance and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs/behaviour.
• An understanding of the requirements when working in a Junior school setting.
• A great team-working ethic and willingness to immerse yourself into the school culture.
• A commitment to supporting learners both academically and pastorally.

Responsibilities

• Support children academically and pastorally in class.
• De-escalate and regulate behaviour; assist safeguarding with SENDCO/DSL as needed.

Skills

SEND/Behaviour support

Junior school setting

Teamwork ethic

Learner support

Job description

Smart Teachers is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant for a welcoming junior school in Waltham Forest. You will support children academically and pastorally, with a focus on those needing extra help and safeguarding responsibilities in collaboration with the SENDCO/DSL.

The role runs Monday to Friday from November 2026 to July 2027, with on-site car parking and generous pay. The school emphasises welfare, arts spaces, and a supportive team culture, offering clear guidance and ongoing training.