1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Start Date: November 2025
Location: Hackney, London
Full/Part-time: Full-time (Monday - Friday, term time only)
Salary: £104 - £110 per day



About the role/school

Teach Plus are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming two-form entry primary school in Hackney from November 2025.

This inclusive, well-resourced school has a strong reputation for supporting children with additional needs and creating a nurturing environment for both pupils and staff.


As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with a child who requires additional support to access the curriculum, develop social skills, and build confidence in the classroom.

The school values teamwork, consistency, and child-centred practice, making this a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about making a real difference.


This 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant role would suit someone patient, empathetic, and proactive — whether you're an experienced classroom practitioner or a psychology/education graduate seeking school-based experience.



Job Responsibilities

As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:




  • Providing tailored one-to-one support to a child with additional learning or behavioural needs.




  • Assisting the class teacher in planning and delivering differentiated activities that meet the child's individual education plan (IEP) targets.




  • Implementing strategies to support communication, emotional regulation, and engagement.




  • Working collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, and external specialists to ensure consistent support.




  • Using positive behaviour management techniques to create a calm and supportive learning environment.




  • Encouraging independence, confidence, and social interaction through praise and structured routines.




  • Monitoring progress and feeding back to staff on the child's development and achievements.




  • Supporting class activities and transitions to help the pupil fully integrate into school life.




The successful 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant will join a highly supportive team and receive regular guidance and professional development opportunities to enhance their skills in working with children with additional needs.



Qualifications/Experience

To be considered for this 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant position, you should have:




  • Previous experience supporting children with SEN (ASD, ADHD, SEMH, or speech and language needs preferred)




  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills




  • A patient, nurturing, and resilient approach




  • A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and wellbeing




  • The ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow direction




  • Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service




  • Right to work in the UK





Next steps:

If this 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Kam at Teach Plus.


Alternatively, please click ‘apply' and we will get back to you as soon as possible.



Teach Plus is a 5-star Google-rated, London-based education recruitment agency.

Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role — our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest.


We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education.


With over 17 years' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London.


We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short-term, long-term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work.




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