SEN Teaching Assistant

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SEN Teaching Assistant - Waltham Forest, London

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs?

An inclusive primary school in Waltham Forest, London is seeking a resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from October 2025. This role includes providing 1:1 support for a Year 1 pupil with mild autism, assisting them to access learning and thrive in the classroom.

• Support a Year 1 child with mild autism on a 1:1 basis
• Work directly with the class teacher and SENCO
• Use visual aids, structured routines, and gentle encouragement to support both learning and development
• Encouraging social, emotional, and academic development
• Communicating effectively with the wider staff team and parents

• Previous experience assisting children with autism or other special educational needs (desirable)
• Be both caring and committed
• Able to build strong relationships with both children and staff
• Is enthusiastic about taking on new challenges and responsibilities in a rewarding school role
• Be able to commute to Waltham Forest, London

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive teams
• A commitment to inclusive education and child-centred support

Whether you re ready for a new school setting or seeking to build a long-term career within SEN education in Waltham Forest, London - Then this could be the perfect next step