SEN Teaching Assistant

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference SENLSAEASTES_1793031550
Closing date November 26, 2026
Location East London, United Kingdom. Essex, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

SEN Teaching AssistantLocation: East London Start Date: ASAP Pay: £107-120 per day

Veritas Education is partnering with SEN schools across East London to recruit enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants who are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of students with special educational needs and learning difficulties. These are full-time, term-time positions, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

We are seeking candidates with experience supporting children and young people with SEN and additional needs, ideally within an educational setting. Candidates should have a good understanding of special educational needs and learning difficulties, gained through relevant experience, training, or academic study, alongside a patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach.

Responsibilities of the SEN Teaching Assistant:

  • Provide 1:1, small group, and whole class support to students with SEN.
  • Work proactively to help students meet their academic goals.
  • Encourage and motivate students to actively engage in their learning.
  • Assist in creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
  • Support the teacher in general learning and student development.

    • Key Requirements:

  • Experience supporting children and young people with SEN; experience in an SEN setting is desirable.

  • A patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach to supporting students.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students.
  • A reliable, proactive attitude and a commitment to supporting students learning, development, and progress.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to support students needs.

    • To be considered for this position, please respond to this advert with your CV outlining your relevant experience.

    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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