SEN Teaching Assistant
Job in
London, Greater London, EC1A, England, UK
Listed on 2026-01-09
Listing for:
Academics Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-09
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist setting in Barking and Dagenham, supporting learners aged 16 to 19 with complex needs. This SEN Teaching Assistant role focuses on providing high-quality support through education and training in a structured and nurturing environment.
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and therapists in Barking and Dagenham to deliver personalised education and training programmes. Personal care is essential in this role, and you must be confident supporting young people with physical, medical, and learning needs.
The successful candidate will be passionate about education and training, patient, and resilient, with a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for students aged 16 to 19 with complex needs.
This SEN Teaching Assistant position is based in Barking and Dagenham and offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference through hands-on support, including personal care. If you are looking for a rewarding role in Barking and Dagenham, this opportunity could be ideal.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
Support learners aged 16-19 with complex needs in the classroom and around the setting
Provide personal care as required, ensuring dignity, safety, and wellbeing at all times
Assist the teacher in delivering tailored learning activities and interventions
Support students with communication, sensory, physical, and behavioural needs
Encourage independence, engagement, and social development
Monitor progress and provide feedback vto teaching staff and other professionals
Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff
Maintain a calm, structured, and positive learning environment
What the Teaching Assistant gains from the role:
A highly rewarding opportunity to positively impact young people's lives
Valuable experience working with complex needs in a specialist environment
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Strong teamwork and support from experienced staff
Development of transferable skills within SEN, care, and education
A fulfilling role with purpose, variety, and long-term career potential
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