Position: SEN Teaching Assistant Contract Type: Full-time Temporary Work Start Date: 16/03/2026 Location: Redbridge, London, UK (Goodmayes) Salary: £90 - £100 per day

Salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Pay is determined in line with school expectations and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable. About the Role:

We are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Goodmayes, Redbridge, for a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, providing targeted support to pupils with Special Educational Needs. You will work closely with class teachers and the SENCo to support pupils’ academic progress, behaviour, and emotional development in a nurturing and structured environment.

The school prides itself on being a diverse and vibrant community where different cultures, languages, and experiences are respected and celebrated. Staff, pupils, and families work together to create a positive and inclusive learning environment, making it a fantastic place to work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing consistent 1:1 and small group SEN support

• Supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, and social-emotional needs

• Implementing behaviour strategies and promoting emotional regulation

• Assisting with classroom activities and differentiated learning

• Supporting structured routines throughout the school day

• Working collaboratively with teachers and the SENCo

• Fostering a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment

Requirements:

To be eligible for this role and the stated rate of pay, applicants must have:

• Experience supporting children with SEN in a primary school setting

• A minimum of 6 months’ recent experience working with children in an educational setting

• A calm, patient, and proactive approach to behaviour support

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A clear commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

• The right to work in the UK

Our Client Can Offer You:

• A welcoming and diverse school community

• A supportive leadership and SEN team

• A well-resourced primary setting

• A positive and inclusive working environment

• The opportunity to make a genuine impact on pupils’ learning and development

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance. • Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days. • Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee. • Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance