SEN Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive primary school in Romford from January 2026.

About the role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and the SEND team to support pupils with additional needs. You will provide targeted support, help implement individual education plans (IEPs), and assist with interventions and classroom activities to ensure all children can engage fully in learning. This role requires patience, creativity and a strong commitment to inclusive education.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to pupils with SEND, both in the classroom and during interventions.

• Assist in implementing IEPs and monitoring progress.

• Support pupils’ social, emotional and behavioral development.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SEND coordinator, and other professionals.

• Maintain a safe, organised, and stimulating learning environment.

• Encourage independence and build positive relationships with pupils and families.

We Are Looking For

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND in a school setting.

• Strong knowledge of strategies to support learning, behavior and communication.

• A caring, patient, and proactive team player.

• Commitment to promoting inclusion and high expectations for all pupils.

If you are a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant seeking a long-term, full-time role in Romford from January 2026, we would love to receive your application.

About the school

Our school is a nurturing, inclusive environment where all pupils are valued and supported to succeed. We pride ourselves on strong pastoral care, collaborative staff teams and a culture that celebrates diversity and encourages innovation. As part of our SEND team, you will play a key role in helping children access the curriculum and thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of SEN Teaching Assistant you will:

• Have experience working with children with SEN

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

• Prior experience with SEN

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 Artemis Kazi on 0207 065 708 or email [email protected].