1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

A nurturing, two-form entry primary school in the heart of Snaresbrook is seeking a compassionate and resilient 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a bright Year 1 pupil with Autism. This rewarding role is ideal for someone experienced in working with children with social, emotional, and behavioural needs, and who can provide the structure and consistency required for meaningful progress. The child you’ll support is intelligent and observant but finds transitions and unfamiliar settings particularly difficult. He is a known flight risk and has exhibited physically aggressive behaviour when dysregulated. The successful 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant will need to remain calm under pressure, set clear boundaries, and approach every challenge with empathy and patience. Key Responsibilities: • Work 1:1 with the pupil to implement a consistent, visual-based routine. • Support emotional regulation using structured, nurturing behaviour strategies. • Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver tailored interventions aligned with the pupil’s EHCP. • Ensure safety through proactive risk management and close supervision. • Contribute to regular reviews and progress tracking. Requirements • Minimum Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification. • Proven experience supporting children with Autism and challenging behaviour. • Training in Team Teach or other de-escalation techniques (desirable). • Excellent communication skills and a calm, caring demeanour. Benefits • Ongoing in-house CPD and training sessions. • Access to mental health and wellbeing support. • Opportunities for long-term career progression within SEN education. If you’re a committed and skilled 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant seeking to make a lasting difference in a child’s life, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of a supportive, values-driven school community. 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

Location: Redbridge, London, GB

Posted Date: 7/18/2025