Special educational needs/SEN teaching assistant needed for September 2025 - July 2026
08:30 - 16:00
Monday - Friday
PAYE, no umbrella companies
About the role
A mainstream primary school is looking for an SEN TA to join them for the next academic year to work 1-2-1 and in small groups with pupils with SEN.
This is a full time role, Monday - Friday 8:30 - 16:00 and you must have experience working with special needs.
Your roles will include-
-Supporting pupils throughout the day where needed. This will include academic support, emotional support and social support
-Working alongside the class teachers monitoring the progress of the pupils and ensuring they are receiving all the support needed
-Supporting with lunchtime and playground duties
-Assisting class teachers with set up of classrooms, school trips, and tidying after lessons
-Carrying out small group sessions and assisting teachers with behaviour management
About the school
The school is a two form entry primary school located in Hackney.
The school has a strong sense of community with high standards for their children, and are looking for a TA who can share this.
You will receive support where needed from the SENCO, class teachers and partner TA's.
Requirements
To be considered for the role of SEN Teaching assistant you will:
Have a DBS on the updated service or be willing to apply for one
Have experience working with SEN children
Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:
Prior experience working with children with SEN
Key responsibilities
As SEN Teaching assistant you will be responsible for:
Provide support to a pupil with special needs throughout the day
What the school offer
In return, the school can offer the successful candidate:
Continuous support and guidance from class teachers and SLT
Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community