Secondary SEND TA

Smart Teachers are currently working with a supportive secondary school in East London who are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Specialist SEND Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with severe autism.

About the role

his is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEND professional, Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Support Worker, or individual with a strong background in autism support to make a meaningful impact on the educational and personal development of a young learner.

The successful candidate will work closely with the pupil, school staff, and wider SEND team to provide consistent support, helping the pupil to access learning, develop communication strategies, and feel safe and confident throughout the school day.

About the school

The school promotes a supportive and engaging atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop confidence, independence and a lifelong love of learning. Staff benefit from working within a collaborative community that values innovation, professional development and high-quality teaching.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Secondary SEND TA you will:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with autism and complex SEND needs
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach with the ability to build trusting relationships
• Experience supporting pupils with anxiety, emotional regulation, or challenging behaviour
• Confidence implementing strategies to support positive behaviour and engagement

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

• Suitable SEND TA experience

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

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 Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].