Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Job Type: 8:30am – 4pm, September Start

Location: Barking and Dagenham

Salary: £96-£105

The Role: Special Needs Teaching Assistant – Barking and Dagenham  

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team, supporting children with autism, ADHD, and challenging behaviour. This role is ideal for someone with a genuine passion for helping children thrive. You’ll work closely with class teachers and therapists to provide one-to-one and small group support, using tailored strategies to promote engagement, emotional regulation, and learning. Patience, creativity, and a positive approach are key, as you'll help pupils navigate their daily routines, develop social skills, and reach their individual goals. If you’re resilient, compassionate, and love making a difference in young lives, we’d love to hear from you.

A Special Needs Teaching Assistant will be expected to:

• Provide one-on-one assistance to students with Autism, ADHD and Challenging Behaviour
• Lead structured interventions to improve student attainment and communication skills
• Adapt teaching materials and methods to suit individual learning styles and abilities
• Promote positive behaviour and help manage challenging behaviour in line with school policies.
• Provide emotional support and encourage social interaction.
• Observe and record progress, challenges, and achievements.
• Report concerns to the teacher or SENCO
• Encourage independence and build student confidence

Qualifications and requirements – Special Needs Teaching Assistant – Barking and Dagenham

• Experience in a similar role
• Experience working with SEND needs
• Enhanced DBS is required
• Proven ability to solve problems quickly and remain calm
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits – Special Needs Teaching Assistant – Barking and Dagenham

In return, the school can offer the successful Special Needs Teaching Assistant the following:

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the field of education
• Training courses provided

Special Needs Teaching Assistant – Barking and Dagenham