Special Needs Primary Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – SEMH & SEND Provision

Ilford | Full-Time | Monday–Friday | September Start

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs?

Teacher Active is proud to be working with a welcoming 3-form entry primary school in Ilford that is looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their specialist provision on a full-time basis.

• Supporting pupils within the school's specialist SEND provision.
• Building positive relationships to help pupils feel safe, engaged, and ready to learn.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and therapists to deliver tailored support.
• Using positive behaviour strategies to support emotional regulation.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social development.
• Helping create a calm, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

• Experience working with children with SEND and/or SEMH needs.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Excellent behaviour management skills.
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
• A DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one).

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way.
• Access to CPD and training opportunities.
• Flexible payment options.
• The opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive primary school where every child matters.

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, s and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.