SEN Teaching Assistant Full-time / Long-term / September StartCompetitive daily rate (based on experience)We are currently recruiting an outstanding SEN Teaching Assistant to join a warm, inclusive and forward-thinking primary school in Barking & Dagenham. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them access a meaningful, joyful education every day.
This is not just another classroom role — it’s a chance to genuinely change life outcomes for children who need consistency, patience, and someone who believes in them.
This is a welcoming, community-focused primary school with a strong commitment to inclusion and child-centred learning. Staff work closely together, support each other, and share a genuine belief that every child can succeed with the right support in place.
You’ll be joining a team where SEN provision is valued, invested in, and continuously developing. Leadership is visible, approachable, and committed to staff wellbeing as much as pupil progress.
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:- Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support for pupils with a range of needs
- Help pupils regulate emotions, build confidence, and engage in learning
- Support class teachers in adapting activities to meet individual needs
- Implement EHCP targets and behaviour support strategies consistently
- Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to help them feel safe and understood
- Contribute to a calm, structured and positive learning environment
We are seeking someone who is:- Experienced in SEN support
- Calm, resilient, and emotionally intelligent
- Patient, empathetic, and consistent in approach
- Confident supporting children who may present with challenging behaviour
- A strong communicator and a genuine team player
- Passionate about making a long-term difference in children’s lives
Why This Role Stands Out- Supportive leadership and strong SENCO guidance
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- A genuinely inclusive school ethos
- Collaborative staff culture where you are valued
- Opportunity to make measurable impact every single day
- Long-term stability with potential for permanent placement
Why Horizon Teachers- We always look to pay our Teachers/Support Staff the highest rates possible
- Earn up to £300 in vouchers of your choice for successful referrals
- We are currently having our busiest year & placing more staff than ever before
If you are a committed SEN Teaching Assistant ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV or contact our agency team for a confidential discussion about the role.
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We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
