SEN Teaching Assistant

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference ANS/LIME/Walth/TA_1790844578
Closing date October 31, 2026
Location East London, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

SEN Teaching Assistant

Pay: £90-£110 per day (DOE) Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm Full-Time | Term Time Only Walthamstow, East London

We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN setting supporting pupils with Autism, Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and complex communication needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive environment where staff play a key role in helping pupils develop independence, confidence, communication skills, and achieve their individual goals.

SEN Teaching Assistant Role:

  • Supporting pupils with a range of SEN, including Autism, SLD, PMLD, SEMH, and additional learning needs
  • Providing 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual learning and care needs
  • Assisting with personalised learning programmes, care plans, and sensory-based activities
  • Supporting communication, engagement, emotional regulation, and independence
  • Working closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to create a safe and inclusive learning environment
  • Building positive and trusting relationships that promote confidence, wellbeing, and personal development

    • SEN Teaching Assistant Requirements:

  • A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with complex learning needs
  • A patient, resilient, and proactive approach
  • Experience supporting pupils with Autism, SLD and/or PMLD (desirable but not essential)
  • Experience with personal care, manual handling, or sensory support (preferred)
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Previous experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults (desirable)
  • Must hold a valid Enhanced DBS with both Child and Adult Workforce checks, or be willing to obtain one
  • Ideal for aspiring SEN Teachers, Educational Psychologists, Speech & Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, or Health & Social Care professionals

    • If you're interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity, 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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