SEN Teaching Assistant - Complex Needs Provision (Primary School, Dagenham)
Pay: £96-£115 per day
We are seeking a confident, resilient, and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex needs within a small provision in a mainstream primary school in Dagenham. The children are awaiting specialist placements and present with a range of needs including autism, ADHD, cognitive delays, and limited communication skills.
This is a highly rewarding role where you will work as part of a supportive team to create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment for pupils who require a high level of consistency and care.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with autism, ADHD, and cognitive delays
Assist children with limited communication using supportive strategies
Work collaboratively with the staff team to maintain a positive and structured setting
Support with personal care, including toileting and feeding, when required
Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and engagement in learning
Help create a nurturing environment that supports the needs and development of each child
Requirements:
Experience supporting children with autism, ADHD, or complex learning needs
Comfortable with personal care and high-needs support
Confident, calm, and able to work collaboratively as part of a close team
Strong understanding of communication and sensory needs
A patient, empathetic, and consistent approach
The school has expressed a preference for a male candidate due to the needs and dynamics of the group, but they are open to considering any strong applicant
If you are passionate about supporting children with complex needs and want to make a meaningful impact each day, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join a caring and dedicated school team in Dagenham