SEN Teaching Assistant – Leyton, East London

Location : Leyton, East London Job Title : SEN Teaching

Assistant Contract : Full-Time, Long-Term, Term-Time Only Pay Rate :

85–£110 per day Start Date : Immediate or Next Term About the Role

A friendly and inclusive mainstream primary school in Leyton, East

London , is seeking a dedicated and motivated SEN Teaching

Assistant to join their supportive team. This is a long-term,

full-time position ideal for someone who is passionate about

supporting children with additional needs and helping them reach

their full potential. The role focuses on supporting pupils with

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental

Health needs (SEMH), speech and language difficulties, and general

learning needs . Support may be delivered on a 1 : 1 basis or within

small groups , depending on the needs of the pupils. School

Overview The school is at the heart of the Leyton community and is

known for its inclusive values and strong pastoral care. Diversity

is celebrated, and pupils are encouraged to feel safe, supported,

and confident in their learning environment. The school has a

well-established SEN department, led by an experienced SENCO, and

benefits from specialist intervention spaces and resources. Staff

wellbeing is a priority, and SEN Teaching Assistants are respected

as key contributors to pupil progress. The school offers a

welcoming atmosphere where teamwork and communication are

encouraged. Responsibilities As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you

will : Provide 1 : 1 and small group support for pupils with SEN

Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and communication needs Assist

pupils in accessing the curriculum and classroom activities Support

emotional regulation and behaviour using positive strategies Work

closely with teachers to adapt lesson materials Implement targets

from EHCPs and individual learning plans Support pupils during

transitions, playtimes, and lunchtimes Monitor and record pupil

progress and behaviour Encourage independence, confidence, and

resilience Assist with personal care where required Maintain

safeguarding and child protection standards Candidate Profile The

ideal candidate will be : Passionate about SEN and inclusive

education Patient, calm, and emotionally resilient Experienced

working with SEN children or vulnerable individuals Confident

supporting challenging behaviour A strong communicator and team

player Reliable, proactive, and committed Graduates in psychology,

education, or related fields are encouraged to apply, as are

candidates from care or youth work backgrounds. Training and

Benefits SEN-specific CPD and safeguarding training Ongoing support

from SEN leadership Competitive pay rates Excellent transport links

in Leyton Opportunity for long-term progression Apply Now Apply

today to join a supportive Leyton school and make a meaningful

difference as an SEN Teaching Assistant.