Job Description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant 121

Location: Romford (easy access by car using the school car park and by local bus routes)

Year group: Supporting all year groups across KS1 and KS2 SEN

Hours: 8:30 - 3:15 term time only. When applying for this advert, you must be able to work Monday to Friday

Pay: £90 - £100 a day

Start Date: ASAP

Tradewind Recruitment are working with a welcoming primary school in Havering, who are seeking a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role will involve working on a one-to-one basis with children who require additional support due to complex SEN needs, including SEMH, ASD and ADHD.

The successful candidate will demonstrate passion and commitment to supporting children with special educational needs, alongside a strong understanding of strategies that enable them to access learning. These include differentiation, behaviour management, emotional regulation techniques and developing independence.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a nurturing school with beautiful grounds, backing onto Havering Park. The school also offers an enriching Forest School provision, creating a calm and inspiring environment for children to thrive.

Qualities of an SEN Teaching Assistant:

  • Experience supporting children with complex SEN, particularly SEMH, ASD and ADHD.
  • Knowledge of differentiation and how to adapt learning tasks.
  • Ability to use strategies for emotional regulation and behaviour support.
  • Patience, resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
  • Strong communication skills, working closely with teachers, SENCOs and parents. Knowledge or PECs and Makaton is desirable.
  • A nurturing and empathetic approach to building positive relationships.

The ideal person will be:

  • Compassionate and caring.
  • Adaptable and flexible.
  • Motivated and proactive.
  • Approachable with a positive attitude.
  • Reliable, consistent and professional.

TA Compliance Requirements:

  • Right to work in the UK.
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
  • Minimum of two professional references covering the last two years.
  • Up-to-date CV with a full employment history.
  • Relevant SEN experience within a school or childcare setting.

If you are passionate about supporting children with SEN and would like to be considered for this role, please contact Zoe Mobbs at Tradewind Recruitment today.

📧 zoe.mobbs@twrecruitment.com
📞 0207 845 5450 (Option 2)