Teaching Assistant

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference PDTA212312_1776844196
Closing date May 22, 2026
Location Essex, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Teaching Assistant - SEN

Location: Harlow, EssexStart Date: SeptemberContract: Full-timeSalary: £8,700 - £2,200 per month

About the Role

Veritas Education is working with a welcoming and inclusive school in Harlow to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a September start.

This is a full-time 1:1 role, supporting a Reception pupil with mild to high SEN needs who is new to the school. You will play a key role in helping the pupil settle into school life, build confidence, and access learning in a supportive and structured environment.

This opportunity is ideal for someone with SEN experience or a graduate looking to gain valuable school-based experience.

About the School

The school has a strong inclusive ethos and a supportive staff team. Staff work closely together to create a nurturing, engaging, and structured environment where all pupils are supported to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with SEN

  • Support academic, social, and emotional development

  • Assist with classroom activities and adapt learning where needed

  • Help manage behaviour and promote positive engagement

  • Work closely with the class teacher and SEN team

    • Requirements

    Essential

  • GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above)

  • Experience working with children or in an SEN setting

    • Desirable

  • SEN experience (ASD, ADHD, speech & language)

  • Degree or strong interest in education/psychology

    • How to Apply

    If you're a passionate Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

    Apply today or contact Veritas Education on 0203 026 6150.

    If you want, I can also tweak wording slightly for Essex roles (they sometimes attract a different candidate pool vs inner London).

    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.'

    Apply now