SEND Teaching Assistant

Female SEND Teaching Assistant (2 Positions)

Location: East London
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term (Ongoing)
Pay Rate: £110–£120 per day (Umbrella)

A welcoming and inclusive secondary school in East London is seeking two dedicated Female SEND Teaching Assistants to join its supportive SEND department from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for compassionate, patient and proactive individuals who are passionate about supporting students with additional needs and making a meaningful impact on their education and wellbeing.

The Role

Working alongside teachers and the SEND team, you will provide high-quality support to students with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning, develop independence and achieve positive outcomes.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support within the classroom.
• Supporting students with personal and intimate care where required.
• Assisting with manual handling and mobility support.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, engagement and independence.
• Supporting students’ social, emotional and academic development.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other support staff to deliver individual support plans.
• Promoting a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

Applicants must have:

• A degree (essential).
• Previous experience supporting children or young people, ideally within a SEND setting.
• Confidence providing personal and intimate care.
• Manual handling training or relevant experience.
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills.
• A calm, caring and professional approach.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

Why Apply?

• Long-term opportunity with an excellent secondary school.
• Supportive SEND team and leadership.
• Rewarding role making a real difference to students’ lives.
• Competitive £110–£120 per day (Umbrella).

Please note: Due to the personal care requirements of the students, this position is open to female applicants only, in accordance with the occupational requirement provisions of the Equality Act 2010.

Apply today with your CV. Interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates are shortlisted.