Job Description

Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

• Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
• Ongoing position
• London Borough of Newham
• 90 - 105 per day
• Specialist 1:1 support for ASD learners aged 5-19, focusing on life skills development for highly vulnerable children

Key Responsibilities of a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA):

• Assisting students in cultivating their social, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Collaborating with the class teacher, SENCO, and multidisciplinary professionals (e.g., Educational Psychologists) to monitor and advance student progress.
• Contributing to the creation of an inclusive, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment.
• Supporting students across various year groups with diverse needs, including Autism, ADHD, and mental health challenges.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique?

• Part of a cohesive and supportive team environment.
• Strong professional development opportunities, including regular training in safeguarding and SEN awareness.
• Proven track record of enabling career progression, with many SEN TAs advancing into roles such as Clinical or Educational Psychologists.
• Conveniently accessible via public transport with nearby parking facilities available.

Ideal Candidate for the Role:

• Holds a degree in, Special needs, Psychology, Education, or a related discipline (advantageous).
• Prior experience working with children or young people (preferred but not essential).
• Sound knowledge and understanding of Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Compassionate, proactive, and driven, with a genuine passion for working with vulnerable learners.
• Aspiring to build a career in Clinical or Educational Psychology, Counselling, or Pastoral Care.

If this role as a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) aligns with your ambitions, we encourage you to apply directly through this advertisement or contact us today to discuss further opportunities.