SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Canary Wharf

SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary Schools | Newham (Poplar)

Teacher Active, one of the UK’s largest and leading education recruitment agencies, is delighted to be supporting several Primary Schools across the London Borough of Newham, including a welcoming and inclusive school in Poplar. These schools are seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join their growing teams.

At Teacher Active, we pride ourselves on working closely with our partner schools to provide reliable, nurturing, and high-quality support staff. Alongside this, we offer ongoing training and Career Progression Development opportunities, enabling you to gain valuable experience and progress within your education career.

This fantastic Newham-based primary school in Poplar is looking for SEN Teaching Assistants who are patient, resilient, and genuinely committed to inclusion. You will play a key role in supporting pupils with special educational needs, helping them access learning, regulate emotions, and engage positively within the school environment.

You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider support staff to deliver consistent routines, structure, and encouragement throughout the day. Responsibilities may include:

One-to-one support for pupils with additional needs

Supporting small groups within the classroom or specialist provision

Assisting pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and engagement

Adapting learning activities to meet individual needs

Every day will be different, and your support will make a meaningful difference to pupils’ confidence, progress, and well-being.

Whether you are looking for day-to-day supply, a long-term role, or a permanent SEN TA position in Newham, our consultants will support you every step of the way.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will have:

Experience supporting pupils with SEN (ASD, ADHD, SEMH, or complex needs) in a primary setting or similar

A calm, positive, and consistent approach to behaviour and routines

Confidence working with a range of learning needs and abilities

Strong relationship-building skills and a nurturing approach

A proactive mindset and willingness to get involved

Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team

In return, you can expect:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7

Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)

Access to CPD training and SEN-focused certificates via My-Progression

Market-leading rates of pay

Teacher Active Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 for referring a friend (T&Cs apply)

Ongoing support, regular check-ins, and career advice

All staff are paid on a PAYE basis, meaning Tax and National Insurance are handled correctly, with no hidden admin charges.

If you are passionate about supporting pupils with SEND and would like to be considered for this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Newham (Poplar), click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch to discuss this opportunity further.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with Teacher Active.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, s and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services