SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary School, Barking (IG11)

Location: Barking, East London, IG11
Pay: -108.68115 per day
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term temporary to permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Commutable from: Dagenham, Ilford, East Ham, Stratford, Beckton, Romford and Goodmayes

Long Term Futures are recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a secondary school in Barking, East London. This full-time opportunity involves supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them access classroom learning, develop confidence and participate positively in school life.

We are looking for someone with previous SEN or school-based experience who can provide consistent, patient and practical support. The position combines individual assistance, small-group work and wider classroom support, making it suitable for a candidate who enjoys working closely with young people and contributing to their educational development.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to pupils with Special Educational Needs, helping them engage with lessons and classroom activities.
• Deliver small-group support to reinforce learning, develop understanding and encourage participation.
• Assist classroom teachers with the delivery of lessons, adapting your approach to meet individual learning needs.
• Help pupils remain focused, organised and motivated throughout the school day.
• Encourage independence by supporting pupils to develop confidence in completing tasks and managing their learning.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and the school''s SEN team to maintain consistent approaches to pupil support.
• Observe pupil engagement and progress, sharing relevant feedback with teachers to inform ongoing support.
• Promote positive relationships with pupils, providing encouragement and reassurance when challenges arise.
• Maintain a safe, respectful and inclusive learning environment, following the school''s safeguarding procedures.

Essential Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience supporting pupils with SEN or working in a school environment.
• An understanding of the importance of inclusive education and adapting support to individual learning needs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with secondary-aged pupils.
• A patient, reliable and adaptable approach to supporting young people.
• Confidence working both independently and alongside teachers and other support staff.
• Willingness to follow school policies, safeguarding procedures and professional boundaries.
• Availability to work full-time in a long-term position.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to complete a new Enhanced DBS check.

Previous experience providing 1:1 SEN support, delivering small-group interventions or working with pupils who require additional help accessing the secondary curriculum would be particularly beneficial.

What Long Term Futures Offers

• Competitive daily pay of -108.68115, dependent on experience.
• A full-time, long-term placement with the opportunity to transition into a permanent school position.
• Support from a dedicated recruitment consultant throughout the recruitment process and placement.
• Guidance with registration and safeguarding compliance requirements.
• The opportunity to develop your experience supporting pupils with SEN in a secondary school setting.

Ready to Apply? Our Simple Process

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or school support professional looking for your next opportunity in Barking, we would welcome your application.

Click Apply Now and submit your CV to Long Term Futures.

Suitable candidates will be contacted to discuss their experience, availability and suitability for the position. The next stages involve registration and compliance checks, followed by a school interview or trial day where applicable.

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Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.