SEN Teaching Assistant | January 2027

Current Vacancies SEN Teaching Assistant | January 2027 Job Ref # 2550 SEN Teaching Assistant | January 2027

• Newham
• £108–£115 per day
• Full Time

SEN Teaching Assistant Start Date: January 2027 or sooner Location: Newham Full-time or part-time Salary: £108–£115 per day

About the role and school

Teach Plus are working with a welcoming primary school in Newham that is looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join its team from January, or sooner for the right candidate.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or a candidate with a relevant childcare qualification who is passionate about supporting pupils with special educational needs. The successful candidate will help children access learning, develop their independence and make progress through tailored classroom support and targeted interventions.

You will work closely with teachers and other support staff to provide a nurturing, inclusive environment in which pupils feel encouraged and supported. The role would suit someone patient, proactive and committed to helping children overcome barriers to learning.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide support to pupils with special educational needs
• Assist with targeted learning activities and interventions
• Support pupils individually and in small groups where required
• Adapt activities and resources to meet pupils’ needs
• Encourage communication, independence and positive social interaction
• Support positive behaviour and engagement with learning
• Work collaboratively with teachers and the wider school team
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive classroom
• Monitor pupils’ engagement and contribute to their ongoing development

Qualifications/Experience

• A graduate background or relevant childcare qualification is preferred
• Previous experience supporting children with SEN is desirable
• Understanding of additional learning needs and inclusive education
• Patient, calm and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to support targeted interventions under the guidance of teaching staff
• Available to start in January or sooner

Next steps:

If this SEN Teaching Assistant position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Kam at Teach Plus.

Alternatively, please click ‘apply’ and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google rated, London based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role, our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest. We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education. With over 17 years’ experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London. We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work.

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Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google rated, London Based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role, our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest. We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education, we have strong long lasting relationships with primary schools across London.