Teaching Assistant

Location: Hackney, East London
Job Type: Full-Time | Long-Term Supply
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £100-£120 per day (PAYE) depending on experience

Principal Education is recruiting dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants for an outstanding secondary school in the Hackney area. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity starting in September 2026, with the potential to become a permanent position following a successful qualifying period.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly supportive inclusion team and make a genuine difference to the education and wellbeing of young people with additional needs.

You will work closely with students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), supporting them both in the classroom and through targeted interventions. You may provide one-to-one support or work with small groups of students with a range of needs including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)
• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)

The successful candidate will help students access learning, build confidence, promote independence and support positive behaviour throughout the school day.

• Have previous experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Have experience within a school, college, alternative provision or similar setting (preferred).
• Are patient, empathetic and resilient.
• Can build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Have strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• Long-term, full-time employment (Monday-Friday).
• Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE.
• Opportunity to secure a permanent contract after the qualifying period.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Principal Education consultant.
• Access to free CPD and professional development opportunities.
• A welcoming, inclusive and supportive school environment.

Whether you're an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Mentor or graduate looking to develop a career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

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

Principal Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment procedures.