SEN Teaching assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary School | Barking and Dagenham

Are you a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a meaningful difference in children''s lives?

Are you seeking a rewarding opportunity from May 2026 within a supportive and inclusive primary school in Barking and Dagenham?

Academics is delighted to be working in partnership with a friendly, nurturing, and high-performing primary school. The school is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed SEN Learning Support Assistant to join their team from May 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) while working as part of a welcoming and collaborative school community, where staff are valued and pupils are encouraged to reach their full potential.

Role Details
Location: Barking and Dagenham
Start Date: May 2026
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Pay: -95105 per day (dependent on experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Support children with a range of needs, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social/emotional needs
• Assist teachers in delivering inclusive and engaging lessons tailored to individual learning needs
• Implement positive behaviour strategies and support pupils'' emotional wellbeing and regulation
• Help create a nurturing, structured, and inclusive learning environment
• Work closely with the SENCO, teachers, and wider support staff to monitor and support pupil progress

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have experience supporting children with SEN in a school or similar setting
• Be patient, empathetic, and resilient
• Have a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Be able to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
• Be proactive and committed to helping every child succeed

If you are enthusiastic, caring, and ready to make a real impact within a fantastic primary school, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today, and a member of our team will be in touch shortly to discuss the role and arrange trial days with the school.