SEN Teaching Assistant

Description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary School | Redbridge | September Start

Location: Redbridge, East London

Start Date: September

Contract: Full-time (term-time only)

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next role in a supportive secondary school this September?

A highly inclusive and well‑established mainstream secondary school in Redbridge is seeking a dedicated and experienced SEN TA to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting students with SEND and making a meaningful daily impact.

About the School

This welcoming, community-driven secondary school is recognised for:

A strong commitment to inclusion, SEN support, and pastoral care

A well-resourced and structured SEND department

A positive, respectful culture where staff and students are valued

Ongoing training, CPD, and career development opportunities

A collaborative environment with excellent SENCo and leadership support

Key Responsibilities

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

Support students with SEN needs including Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech & language needs, and moderate learning difficulties

Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions to support academic progress and emotional wellbeing

Work closely with class teachers, SENCo, and pastoral staff

Help students remain engaged, focused, and confident in lessons

Adapt support strategies to meet individual learning needs and EHCP targets

Contribute to a safe, structured, and inclusive classroom environment

About You

We are looking for candidates who:

Have previous experience as a Teaching Assistant OR supporting young people with SEND

Have worked in a secondary school or similar setting (highly desirable)

Are confident supporting ASD, ADHD, and SEMH needs

Are patient, resilient, and adaptable

Build strong, professional relationships with students and staff

Are committed to making a long-term difference in education

Why Apply?

Join a supportive and experienced SEN team

Access to ongoing CPD and training opportunities

Work in a school that values wellbeing, inclusion, and staff development

Make a genuine impact on student progress and confidence

Excellent opportunity for career progression in education or SEN

Apply Now

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant ready for your next opportunity in Redbridge this September, we would love to hear from you. Interviews commencing after half term

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained

You must have legal right to work in the UK

You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. xjnqpsq Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community

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