Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant - Hackney
Posted by: Veritas Education
Location: Hackney, London
Start Date: ASAP or Negotiable
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-Time Only
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Are you experienced in supporting children with additional and complex needs?
Veritas Education is currently working with a number of primary and specialist schools across Hackney who are looking for SEN Teaching Assistants to join their teams. We are seeking individuals who are confident in supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs, including behavioural and emotional difficulties.
Role Overview:
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to support pupils both in and out of the classroom. This may involve one-to-one or small group work with children who present with needs such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties, and complex learning profiles.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide individualised support to pupils with SEN
Support pupils with emotional regulation and social development
Help implement EHCPs and learning interventions
Use effective behaviour management strategies in line with school policies
Collaborate with staff and families to support pupil progress and well-being
Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
Requirements:
Experience supporting children with SEN and/or behavioural challenges (essential)
Confident managing behaviour and working in high-need settings
Knowledge of SEN strategies and safeguarding practices
Calm, patient, and resilient approach
Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 TA, CACHE, or equivalent) desirable
Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one
Why Register with Veritas Education?
Access to a wide network of school vacancies in Hackney and surrounding areas
Personalised job-matching with dedicated consultants
Opportunities for professional development and SEN training
Competitive daily rates and long-term contract potential
Ongoing support throughout your placement
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and meet the above criteria, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your up-to-date CV to Veritas Education or contact us directly for more information.
Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and referencing process. We are an equal opportunities employer.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community