Full-Time | September Start | Long-Term Opportunity
Are you a passionate and nurturing Teaching Assistant with a love for supporting children with additional needs?
TeacherActive is excited to be working with a welcoming and inclusive 3-form entry primary school in Tower Hamlets that is looking to appoint a dedicated Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team from September.
This vibrant school is committed to providing every child with the best possible start to their education. You'll be based within the Early Years setting, supporting pupils with a range of SEND needs, helping them develop socially, emotionally and academically in a safe and engaging learning environment.
The Role
As an Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:
Support children with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver tailored support.
Provide 1:1 and small group interventions.
Encourage communication, independence and confidence through play-based learning.
Help create an engaging, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.
Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff.
Support children with personal care where required.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
Has previous experience working within Early Years or a primary school setting.
Has experience supporting children with SEND, including Autism, speech and language needs or developmental delays.
Is patient, caring and passionate about helping children reach their full potential.
Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Can remain calm, positive and proactive in a busy classroom environment.
Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or is willing to obtain one.
In Return, You Can Expect
Competitive rates of pay.
A supportive and welcoming school community.
Ongoing support from your dedicated TeacherActive consultant.
Opportunities for professional development.
The chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young learners.
If you're an enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant looking to join a fantastic Tower Hamlets primary school where every day is rewarding, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and take the next step in your education career with TeacherActive!
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment
Salary description
£100.00 - £125.00 per day