Mainstream School SEN TA

Salary/Rate:£90 - £100 per day
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Newham
County:North East London
Type of Role:Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant
Job ref:10344
Post Date:05.09.25
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About the Role

Mainstream School SEN TA

Long-Term and Permanent opportunities 

Immediate start

Are you looking to work with a friendly and supportive team in a fantastic Mainstream Primary School supporting young people with SEND?

I am working with a fantastic mainstream Primary School that is looking for two experienced primary teaching assistants to join their supportive team. They are looking for suitable candidates who have experience working with secondary students with SEN, ideally experience with ASD, SEMH and Physical and/or Sensory needs. This experience can be previous work experience or personal experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants to join a Secondary School working to have a hugely positive effect on the lives of pupils.

If you are an aspiring teacher this is a fantastic school for you as they can offer help with teacher training.

What to Expect as a Mainstream Primary School SEN TA:

  • The opportunity to work alongside a highly friendly and supportive team in a school where you can feel valued and like you are making a real difference
  • The opportunity to work on a 1:1 basis to support a particular pupil with additional needs and have a really positive impact on their school life
  • School hours and the school holidays off so you are able to maintain a great work/life balance
  • Ongoing training and professional development whilst gaining valuable experience
  • Being part of a team that believes in high quality and engaging teaching as well as staff wellbeing
  • A creative environment with a real focus on The Arts
  • A school that will help with teacher training for aspiring teachers 
  • An inclusive environment with a fantastic Special Needs Provision
  • Competitive pay rates at £95 Per Day PAYE

Requirements of a Mainstream Primary School SEN TA:

  • Previous experience working as an SEN Learning Support Assistant or Teaching Assistant within a Primary School would be highly valued
  • Previous experience working with Autism and ADHD or other SEND would be highly valued
  • Previous experience working to support secondary-age pupils with Special Educational Needs
  • If you don't have school-based experience, then to have personal experience with SEND 
  • A friendly and positive person with a resilient personality

Interested in hearing more about our TA roles?

To find out more about this role please do not hesitate to get in touch! You can apply by response to this advert or by emailing katie@psinclusion.co.uk We are looking forward to hearing from you soon!

 

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