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SEN Teaching Assistant | Specialist Primary School | Stratford | September Start
Full Time | Term Time Only | Stratford, East London
If you are looking for a role where you come home every day knowing you have made a genuine difference, a specialist primary school in Stratford wants to hear from you. They are looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team this September, and with state-of-the-art facilities, industry-leading training, and real career progression on offer, this is the kind of opportunity that does not come around often.
This is a full time, term time only position starting September. It is a role for someone who is ready to commit, grow, and be part of something truly special.
About The Role
Based in a specialist primary school in Stratford, this full time, term time only SEN Teaching Assistant role sits at the heart of a school that is passionate about giving every child the very best start in life. You will be working with children who have complex needs, in an environment purpose-built to support them, with a team around you that genuinely invests in its staff.
Whether you come from a SEN teaching assistant background or have transferable experience from a support worker role, what matters most is your dedication, your compassion, and your commitment to the children you work with. Complex needs experience is essential for this role - but if you have that, the school will give you everything else you need to thrive.
Your Daily Duties
Responsibilities
As a SEN Teaching Assistant in Stratford, your day will be varied, rewarding, and never the same twice. Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with complex needs throughout the school day
- Working closely with class teachers to implement individual learning plans and EHCP targets
- Supporting pupils with communication, sensory regulation, and emotional wellbeing
- Assisting with personal care and physical support needs where required
- Using specialist strategies and tools to help pupils access learning and achieve their potential
- Maintaining accurate records of pupil progress, behaviour, and support provided
- Collaborating with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and parents to ensure a consistent and holistic approach
- Participating in training and professional development sessions
- Supporting pupils during transitions, breaks, lunch, and educational visits
- Contributing positively to the wider school community and staff team
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What We Are Looking For
Experience And Qualifications
- Direct experience supporting individuals with complex needs
- Previous experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant or support worker is highly desirable and will be considered as transferable experience
- Familiarity with EHCPs, behaviour management strategies, and communication approaches such as Makaton, PECS, or core boards is an advantage
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to remain calm, patient, and consistent when working with pupils with complex needs
- Strong communication skills - with children, parents, and colleagues
- Confident working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to adapt your approach quickly and creatively to meet individual pupil needs
- Good record-keeping and organisational skills
Attitude And Behaviours
- Genuinely passionate about supporting children with complex needs
- Resilient, dependable, and committed to showing up for the children in your care
- Open to training, feedback, and continuous professional development
- A team player who contributes positively to school culture
- Holds the safety and welfare of children as an absolute priority at all times
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Safeguarding
This role involves direct, daily contact with children and constitutes regulated activity relevant to children. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be working in close proximity with vulnerable pupils throughout the entire school day, and the safeguarding responsibilities of this post are significant. The successful candidate will be expected to uphold the school's safeguarding policy and statutory guidance at all times. An enhanced DBS check and full reference verification will be completed prior to any appointment being confirmed.
Why This Role?
Role
There are SEN Teaching Assistant roles, and then there are roles like this one. Here is what sets this opportunity apart:
- Full time, term time only - giving you stability during term and proper rest during the holidays
- September start in Stratford, with excellent transport links across East London and beyond
- State-of-the-art facilities designed specifically to support children with complex needs
- Industry-leading training that will develop your skills and open doors throughout your career
- Genuine, long-term career progression - this school grows its own and promotes from within
- A warm, supportive staff team that genuinely looks out for one another
This is a full time, term time only SEN Teaching Assistant role starting September in Stratford - and it will not be available for long.
How to Apply
If you have experience supporting individuals with complex needs and are ready for a full time, term time only SEN Teaching Assistant role this September in Stratford, we want to hear from you today. Strong candidates will be contacted immediately.
Apply now or get in touch directly for a confidential conversation.
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