SEN Teaching Assistant in Walthamstow
Posted by Destination Education
£100 – £120 a day
Walthamstow · Contract
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
We are currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across a range of schools in Walthamstow, Epping and Leytonstone.
We are looking for caring, patient and dedicated individuals who are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them reach their full potential.
We have opportunities to work with pupils with a range of needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Down syndrome, complex needs, learning difficulties and other developmental needs.
The Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
- Support pupils with their learning, communication and social development.
- Help create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Assist pupils with daily classroom activities and routines.
- Work closely with teachers and the wider SEN team to support individual learning needs.
- Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and essential life skills.
- Provide personal care support where required by the role.
We are looking for candidates who:
- Have a genuine passion for supporting children with SEN.
- Are patient, compassionate, reliable and enthusiastic.
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Can adapt their approach to meet individual pupils' needs.
- Have previous experience working with children or young people with SEN (desirable, but not essential for all positions).
- Are willing to learn and work collaboratively as part of a school team.
📍 Walthamstow
📍 Epping
📍 Leytonstone
Working Hours
- Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
- School-based working hours during term time, depending on the placement.
- Opportunities to gain valuable experience in SEN education.
- Work in supportive school environments.
- Make a meaningful difference in children's lives.
- Opportunities available across multiple locations.
If you are passionate about making a difference and would love to support children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you!
Apply today to be considered for our SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities.
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