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Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Area: Forest Gate, East London
Start Date: September 2026 (Trial ASAP)
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent (12-weeks)
Salary: Paid to scale, dependent on full-time experience
Working hours: 08:15 - 15:30
About the school:A large, mixed secondary school located in Newham, East London. It serves a diverse community and is known for its inclusive ethos, strong pastoral support, and commitment to high academic standards. The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum, with a focus on raising achievement and preparing students for further education and future careers. The school has a long history of ’Outstanding’ Ofsted judgments and is part of a well-established multi-academy trust, offering excellent opportunities for career progression. Supporting ages 11-16.
About the role:As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting students with additional needs across KS3 and KS4. You will work both in the classroom and in small group or 1:1 settings, helping students to access the curriculum and make strong academic and personal progress.
We’re looking for a dedicated candidate to:*Provide tailored support to students with SEN on a 1:1 and small group basis
*Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
*Support students with a range of needs (e.g. ASD, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties)
*Build positive relationships with students to support engagement and behaviour
*Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff and SENCO
*Promote a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment
Requirements -*Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN
*A proactive and positive attitude towards supporting learning
*Strong communication and interpersonal skills
*A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection
The ideal candidate would have:*A recent degree (Psychology, Education or related field preferred)
*Experience working in a school or similar setting
*Strong interest in SEN and inclusive education
*Patience, empathy and resilience
*A genuine passion for supporting young people to succeed
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.