Manual handling Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Manual Handling Certificate Required

Location: Tower Hamlets, East London
Salary: £95 - £120 per day (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time | Long-Term | Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026

Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant Required

Teaching Consultancy is working with a supportive and inclusive school in Tower Hamlets to recruit an experienced Teaching Assistant to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The successful candidate will be working with pupils with a range of needs, including Autism (ASC), Physical Disabilities, Complex Needs, PMLD, MLD and communication difficulties.

As this role involves supporting pupils with mobility and personal care, a valid Manual Handling certificate is essential.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• A valid Manual Handling certificate (essential)

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a UK school

• Experience supporting pupils with SEN, SEND, PMLD, ASC or Physical Disabilities

• Experience with personal care and mobility support is desirable

• A calm, caring and patient approach

• Strong communication and behaviour management skills

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

• The right to work in the UK

Your Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with additional needs.

• Assist pupils with personal care, mobility and physical support where required.

• Use safe Manual Handling techniques in line with school policies.

• Support pupils with Autism, Complex Needs and Physical Disabilities throughout the school day.

• Encourage independence, confidence and engagement in learning.

• Work alongside teachers, therapists and other professionals to provide the best outcomes for pupils.

• Help maintain a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates of pay.

• Weekly PAYE payroll.

• Long-term, full-time opportunities with the potential for permanent positions.

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

• Opportunities to work within outstanding schools across Tower Hamlets.

• Ongoing career development and professional support.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or SEN Teaching Assistant with a valid Manual Handling certificate, and you are looking for your next long-term opportunity in Tower Hamlets, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV and one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss this rewarding role.

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