Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant | Newham | £22,500 - £23,000 per annum

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Newham is seeking a skilled and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025. This is a full-time, permanent position offering the opportunity to work closely with pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, helping them thrive both academically and socially.

This is an ideal role for someone with a solid foundation in SEN support who is ready to take the next step in a rewarding, school-based career.

ROLE DETAILS

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Newham, East London

Contract: Full-time, permanent (term-time only)

Salary: £22,500 - £23,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)

Start Date: September 2025

Work one-to-one or in small groups with pupils with additional needs, including autism, speech and language delays, and social-emotional difficulties

Collaborate with class teachers, SENCOs, and external specialists to deliver tailored interventions

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Previous experience working as a SEN Teaching Assistant in a school or similar educational setting

Strong understanding of a variety of special educational needs (e.g., ASD, ADHD, SEMH)

Calm, patient, and resilient in challenging situations

Confident in delivering 1:1 and group interventions

Excellent communication skills and ability to build trust with pupils and staff

Passion for inclusive education and a commitment to professional development

SCHOOL DETAILS

Located in the heart of Newham, with excellent public transport access

Strong inclusive ethos and well-established SEN provision

Supportive leadership team and opportunities for continued training and career development

Access to regular CPD sessions, including SEN strategies and behaviour support techniques

Collaborative team culture that prioritises pupil wellbeing and progress

If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in a nurturing school environment, send your CV to Josh at EdEx today. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by a dedicated consultant.

Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant | Newham | £22,500 - £23,000 per annum

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