Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Tower Hamlets - September Start

Location: Tower Hamlets, London
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time
Salary: Competitive - based on experience

Are you a passionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a vibrant and diverse secondary school?

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic SEN TA to join our supportive team at a well-regarded secondary school in Tower Hamlets, starting in September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with a range of SEN, including ASD, ADHD, and speech and language difficulties

  • Support the class teacher in delivering inclusive and engaging lessons

  • Assist with the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs)

  • Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment

  • Liaise with SENCOs, teachers, and parents to support student progress

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Experience working with children or young people with SEN in a school or similar setting

  • A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • A genuine passion for education and supporting young people

  • A relevant qualification (e.g. CACHE, NVQ, or a degree) is desirable but not essential

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a welcoming and inclusive school community

  • Excellent professional development opportunities

  • Work in a diverse and vibrant area of London

  • Supportive leadership and staff team

If you're ready to take the next step in your education career and help shape the future of our students, we'd love to hear from you.