SEN Classroom Assistant

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference ANS/NE/SCA_1787303546
Closing date September 20, 2026
Location East London, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

SEN Classroom Assistant

Pay: £90-120 per day

Mon-Fri, Daily Hours 8:30 - 16:00 (hours vary depending on school)

Full-time / Term Time only Hackney & Surrounding Areas

We're looking for dedicated SEN Classroom Assistants to support pupils with additional needs in specialist and mainstream school settings. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone passionate about helping young people succeed while gaining valuable experience for future careers in education, psychology, therapy, or youth support. SEN Classroom Assistant Role:

  • Supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASD), ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties
  • Working 1:1 and in small groups to support learning, engagement, and classroom participation
  • Promoting emotional regulation, confidence, and independence
  • Assisting teachers in creating a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
  • Building strong relationships with pupils to encourage progress and achievement

    • SEN Classroom Assistant Requirements:

  • A genuine passion for supporting children and young people
  • Patient, resilient, and proactive approach
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable
  • Experience supporting SEN, SEMH, Autism or behavioural needs is advantageous
  • Ideal for aspiring Teachers, Educational Psychologists, Speech & Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, or Youth Workers

    • If you're interested in this SEN Classroom Assistant role, please contact Aaron Nacey-Smart at Veritas Education.

    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 interview

    • Veritas 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.'

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