SEN Teaching Assistant

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant (Contract)
SEN Teaching Assistant

Location:

Waltham Forest, London

Contract:

Full-time starting ASAP
Salary: £550 - £600 per week

About Us
We are a welcoming and inclusive primary school at the heart of our local community in Waltham Forest. We pride ourselves on strong relationships between pupils, staff and families, and on creating a calm, purposeful atmosphere for learning.
Inclusion is central to our ethos. We work hard to ensure that children with special educational needs and disabilities are supported through high-quality teaching, tailored interventions and a caring, child-centred approach.

The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs, both in the classroom and through targeted interventions. You will work closely with class teachers, the SENCo and other professionals to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and thrive both academically and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN, including those with EHCPs
Support pupils’ learning, engagement and emotional wellbeing in and out of the classroom
Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual needs
Assist with the implementation of individual education and behaviour plans
Promote positive behaviour and inclusion at all times
Support personal care needs where required, in a sensitive and respectful manner
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCo and external professionals
Monitor and record pupil progress, feeding back to staff as appropriate

About You
We are looking for someone who:

Has experience working with children with SEN (e.g. ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH)
Is patient, empathetic and resilient, with a genuine passion for supporting children
Has strong communication and teamwork skills
Is flexible and able to adapt to the needs of individual pupils
Can build positive, trusting relationships with children and adults
Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Why Horizon Teachers?

We can help you find permanent, long-term, and flexible roles in the Education sector
Easy registration process via online link and a video consultation
We provide interview preparation and guidance throughout your job search

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply

We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent