SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – East London (Permanent)

Career Teachers is currently recruiting for a kind-hearted and adaptable SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in East London. This is a full-time role starting in September 2025, working with students with a range of special educational needs across Key Stages 3 and 4.

Areas of focus may include:
Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)
Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
Sensory and/or Physical Needs

Specification

• Strong understanding of supporting pupils with additional needs
• Experience supporting young people with SEN (desirable)
• Training in PECS, Makaton, manual handling or hoisting (advantageous but not essential)
• Adaptable, motivated, and able to take initiative
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to apply)
• Must be UK-based and eligible to work in the UK

You will work closely with the class teacher and therapy teams to support students’ learning and development, contributing to a nurturing and inclusive environment.

When you apply with Career Teachers, you get:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Professional support from experienced consultants
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free CPD training
• £125 referral bonus for successful recommendations

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply now.