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SEND Teaching Assistant – Care Background – East London – ASAP Start
Are you experienced in care, confident with personal care, and trained in manual handling?
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs?
We are urgently recruiting SEND Teaching Assistants to work in Special Educational Needs schools across East London, with immediate start dates available.
About the Role
You will be supporting students with a range of needs, which may include:
Your experience in the care sector-particularly with personal care, moving & handling, and supporting vulnerable individuals-will be highly valued in this role.
What We’re Looking For
✅ Background in care, residential support, health & social care, or similar
✅ Experience delivering personal care
✅ Confident with manual handling (training welcomed)
✅ A calm, patient, and supportive approach
✅ Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
✅ Commitment to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable learners
What We Offer
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals from a care, support work, healthcare, or SEN background who are looking to transition into education or continue making a meaningful difference in a school setting.
Apply Today
If you have the right experience and are available to start ASAP, we’d love to hear from you.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in this SEND Teaching Assistant opportunity, please send your CV or contact us to register your interest.
All applicants must hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS and provide satisfactory references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
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