SEN Teaching Assistant

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Barking & Dagenham. This is a rewarding role where you’ll work across EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2, supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly those with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

You’ll provide 1:1 support and small group interventions, helping children to develop both academically and emotionally. Every day will bring new challenges and achievements, making this role ideal for someone passionate about inclusion and child development.

About the School

This is a nurturing, community-focused school that puts well-being at the heart of learning. With a strong ethos of inclusivity, the school prides itself on creating a safe and inspiring environment where all pupils can thrive. Staff collaborate closely to deliver a creative, broad curriculum that values the arts, sport, and emotional resilience alongside core learning.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience supporting children with SEN, ideally SEMH.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Patience, empathy, and the ability to build trusting relationships with pupils.

• A proactive, positive approach to supporting learning and behaviour.

Why Join Us?

• Gain valuable experience in a forward-thinking, inclusive school.

• Work alongside a supportive, passionate team of educators.

• Make a genuine difference in the lives of children every day.

• Benefit from term-time hours that support a healthy work-life balance.

If you are committed to helping children overcome barriers to learning and want to join a school where every individual matters, we’d love to hear from you.

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance