SEN Teaching Assistant

We are seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with Global Developmental Delay (GDD) at a warm and inclusive primary school located in Forest Gate. This role will involve working with students who require additional support, including personal care, to help them access the curriculum and achieve their full potential.

About the role

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 or small group support for children with Global Developmental Delay, adapting teaching materials to suit individual needs
• Assist with personal care tasks such as toileting, dressing, and feeding, ensuring dignity and respect are upheld at all times
• Work with teachers to implement individual education plans (IEPs), providing targeted support to help students progress
• Support students in developing communication, social, and motor skills, using a variety of strategies to suit their developmental level
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, promoting independence and self-esteem
• Liaise with parents/carers and other professionals to provide updates on the child’s development and well-being

About the school

This vibrant and welcoming primary school is located in the heart of Forest Gate, East London. We are proud of our diverse school community and our commitment to providing an inclusive education for all children. With a dedicated SEN department and a strong team of teachers, we work hard to ensure that children with special educational needs, including those with Global Developmental Delay, are fully supported and encouraged to reach their potential.

Requirements

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

• Have experience working with children with Global Developmental Delay or other special educational needs is essential.
• Have experience in providing personal care to children, or a willingness to be trained in this area
• Have knowledge of strategies for supporting children with developmental delays, such as sensory play or communication aids (e.g., Makaton)

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

• Relevant qualification in childcare or special educational needs (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, CACHE, or equivalent)

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 Mubarak Jama on 020 7065 7500 or email Mubarak.Jama@smartteachers.co.uk.