Job Title: Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Tower Hamlets, London
Job Type: Full-Time
Daily Rate: £95 – £120 per day
Start Date: ASAP or September 2025
About the Role:
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a highly respected independent school in Tower Hamlets, currently seeking a passionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis.
This vibrant and inclusive school boasts amazing facilities, creating a positive and stimulating learning environment for both students and staff. You’ll be supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and SEMH, ensuring every child receives the tailored support they need to thrive.
Responsibilities:
Deliver 1:1 and group-based support for pupils with SEN needs
Work closely with teachers and the SENCO to implement and track Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and EHCPs
Help create an inclusive, safe, and nurturing classroom environment
Support with behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies
Foster strong, positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
Adapt learning materials to suit individual needs and learning styles
Requirements:
Minimum 6 months of experience supporting children with SEN in an educational setting
A compassionate, patient, and proactive approach to working with young people
Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
A relevant qualification (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ) is desirable
Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection (training provided if needed)
What We Offer:
Competitive daily rates: £95 – £120 per day, depending on experience
Access to outstanding school facilities and a welcoming staff team
Free CPD and safeguarding training
A dedicated TeacherActive consultant to support you throughout your placement
Opportunity to work in a high-quality independent school setting
Please email or call (phone number removed) if you're interested in the above role.
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services