SEN Teaching Assistant

Do you want to make a real difference in the life of a child?
We are looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a inclusive team at this wonderful school. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children with additional needs and help them thrive socially, emotionally and academically. Beginning September 2025.

Duties as a SEN Teaching Assistant:

• Provide tailored support to children with SEND, including those with autism, speech and language needs, ADHD or SEMH

• Support the implementation of individual learning plans (IEPs/EHCPs)

• Work closely with the class teacher to adapt lessons and create a positive learning environment

• Encourage independence, confidence and communication

• Monitor and record pupil progress and provide regular feedback

• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents and external professionals

• Support children’s emotional wellbeing, behaviour and social development

Ideal SEN Teaching Assistant:

• Has experience working with children with special educational needs (in a school or relevant setting)

• Is calm, empathetic and able to build trusting relationships with children

• Is flexible, proactive and a good team player as a SEN Teaching Assistant.

• Understands the importance of safeguarding and inclusive practice

• Has a relevant qualification (e.g. Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or similar) – desirable but not essential

Why Step Teachers? 

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. 

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations. 

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. 

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