1-2-1 SEN Teaching Assistant- Mainstream Primary School

Experienced 1-2-1 SEN Teaching assistant needed to work on a full time basis in a mainstream primary school in Tower Hamlets.

Monday - Friday | 08:30 - 15:45

September 2025 - July 2026

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About the role

A mainstream primary school in Tower Hamlets are looking to appoint an SEN teaching assistant to work with a pupil in year 2 with autism.

The pupil will require support throughout the day including emotional, social and academic support. (No personal care required).

You will be working alongside the class teacher and SENCo ensuring the pupil receives all the support needed.

You should-

-Have experience working with children with autism

-Be able to work off your own initiative with the pupil

-Be able to identify pupils needs and provide the relevant support throughout the day based off these needs

-Have a strong understanding of ASD

-Be able to work as a team, working collaboratively with other members of staff

About the school

The school is a two form entry mainstream primary school, they were rated 'Good' in their last Ofsted inspection.

The school are looking for someone who can commit for the year and someone who is patient, caring and empathetic, with a strong passion for working with children with SEN.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of 1-2-1 SEN Teaching Assistant- Mainstream Primary School you will:

• Have a DBS on the updated service or be willing to apply for one
• Be able to work Monday - Friday | 08:30 - 16.00
• Have experience working with SEN

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Prior experience working with children with SEN

Key responsibilities

As 1-2-1 SEN Teaching Assistant- Mainstream Primary School you will be responsible for:

• Provide support to the pupil, whilst working alongside the class teacher and SENCO

What the school offer

In return, the school can offer the successful candidate:

• A settled classroom, constant support from SENCO and class teacher where needed

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Mo Taki on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].