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Teaching Assistant

Job in Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh Area, EH1, Scotland, UK
Listing for: Horizon Teachers
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-11
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Education Assistant, Elementary School
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 300 GBP Daily GBP 300.00 DAY
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Horizon Teachers is currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Brent.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or someone with a strong passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs to join a supportive school team on a full-time basis with an ASAP start.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to provide tailored support to pupils with a range of additional needs.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN
  • Supporting pupils with their learning and development
  • Helping children develop their confidence, independence and social skills
  • Implementing individual learning and support plans
  • Supporting pupils with behavioural and emotional needs
  • Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO
  • Adapting activities and resources to meet individual needs
  • Promoting positive behaviour and maintaining a safe learning environment
  • Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to teaching staff
  • Supporting pupils both inside and outside of the classroom
About You

We are looking for someone who is:

  • Passionate about supporting children with additional needs
  • Patient, nurturing and understanding
  • Confident working with children with a range of SEN
  • Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
  • Calm and consistent when managing challenging behaviour
  • Reliable, proactive and well organised
  • A strong communicator and team player
  • Committed to safeguarding and the wellbeing of children

Previous experience working with SEN in a school or educational setting is highly desirable, although candidates with relevant childcare, support work or care experience may also be considered.

Why Horizon Teachers:
  • We are currently having our busiest year & placing more teachers & support staff than ever before.
  • Horizon Teachers can give you exposure to various positions in education!
  • Earn up to £300 in vouchers of your choice for successful referrals.
  • Horizon Teachers is committed to ensuring our staff are happy in their roles, please look at our 4.8
    * rated google reviews.
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