SEN TA

SEN Teaching Assistant
Start Date: January 2026
Location: Waltham Forest
Full/Part-time: Full-time
Salary: £104 - £110 per day
About the role/school

Teach Plus are seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming three-form entry mainstream primary school in Waltham Forest from January 2026.

The school is well-resourced and inclusive, with a dedicated SEN team that supports a diverse cohort of pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

This SEN Teaching Assistant role will involve supporting children with both physical and behavioural needs across EYFS, KS1 or KS2, depending on experience.

The ideal candidate will be patient, nurturing, and adaptable, with a passion for helping children thrive in a supportive learning environment.

The SEN Teaching Assistant will also be expected to assist with small group interventions and deliver targeted phonics sessions to help pupils make strong progress in literacy.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEND, ensuring individual learning plans are followed effectively


• Assist the class teacher and SENCO with planning, adapting, and delivering interventions


• Support pupils with physical needs, behavioural regulation, and emotional wellbeing throughout the school day


• Implement strategies to promote positive behaviour and inclusion within the classroom


• Deliver phonics support sessions and assist with literacy and numeracy interventions as directed


• Collaborate with other staff and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for pupils


• Maintain accurate records of pupil progress and communicate effectively with teachers and parents

• Experience working as a SEN Teaching Assistant or in a similar role within a primary school setting


• Strong understanding of supporting pupils with additional needs (SEND)


• Confident in assisting with phonics, interventions, and behaviour management strategies


• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service


• Right to work in the UK

If this 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 their next role - our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest.

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

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

We offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions, as well as a high volume of daily supply work for SEN Teaching Assistants and other school staff.