SEN Teaching Assistant; Temporary

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant (Temporary)
SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 2 (1:1 Support)

Teach Now Recruitment is working in partnership with a warm, inclusive and highly supportive primary school in the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a long-term role starting in February 2026.

This is a 1:1 SEN TA position supporting a Year 2 pupil, ideal for someone who is patient, nurturing and confident supporting children with additional needs in a primary school setting.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to provide consistent, calm and positive support throughout the school day.

Your role will be key in helping the pupil to access learning, manage transitions and feel safe, supported and engaged in the classroom.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing 1:1 support for a Year 2 pupil with additional needs

• Supporting learning in phonics, literacy and numeracy

• Assisting with emotional regulation, routines and transitions

• Encouraging positive behaviour and social interaction with peers

• Working collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team

• Supporting both academic progress and emotional wellbeing

About You

This role would suit someone who:

• Has previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or SEN TA in a primary school

• Has supported pupils with Autism (ASD), ADHD, behaviour needs, emotional regulation or speech and language difficulties

• Is calm, patient, resilient and nurturing in their approach

• Has strong communication skills and enjoys working as part of a team

• Is reliable and able to commit to a long-term placement

Requirements

To be considered, applicants must:

• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply)

• Have the right to work in the UK

• Have a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection

• Be able to commit to the role from February 2026

• Any additional SEN training or relevant qualifications will be highly valued.

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