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SEN Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 03 June 2026
Salary: £100 to £110 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 03 July 2026
Location: Enfield, London
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Educate Staffing
Job type: Contract
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Summary

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Enfield, North London
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Enfield from September 2026.

This is a full-time position supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers, the SENCO, and other professionals to help pupils access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential.

The role may involve supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis, in small groups, or within the classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide support for pupils with SEND, including those with autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and social, emotional and mental health needs.
Deliver targeted interventions and learning activities under the guidance of teaching staff.
Support pupils with their academic, social, and emotional development.
Adapt learning resources and activities to meet individual needs.
Promote positive behaviour and encourage pupil engagement.
Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers and SEN staff.
Assist with personal care where required.
Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals.

Requirements:

To be considered for this role, applicants must have:

Previous experience working with children with Special Educational Needs in a school setting.
A valid Enhanced DBS certificate, ideally registered on the Update Service..
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
A patient, caring, and proactive approach.
The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Desirable:

Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification.
Experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, or speech and language needs.
Knowledge of EHCPs and SEND support strategies.
Experience delivering interventions and supporting individual learning plans.

Benefits:

Full-time, long-term opportunity with the potential for extension.
Competitive rates of pay.
Ongoing training and professional development.
Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment team.
Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a supportive school environment.
Access to a range of schools and future career opportunities.

Safeguarding:

This role is subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check, and all safer recruitment checks in line with safeguarding legislation.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Apply today to be considered for a September 2026 start.

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