SEN TEACHING ASSISTANT - TOWER HAMLETS (BOW / BETHNAL...

Location: Bow / Bethnal Green, Tower Hamlets, East London
Job Title: Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term, Term-Time Only
Pay Rate: £90–£115 per day (dependent on experience)
Start Date: Immediate or Next Term

About the Role

A welcoming, inclusive, and well-established school located in the Bow / Bethnal Green area of Tower Hamlets is seeking a committed and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated support team on a full-time, long-term basis. This role is ideal for someone who is genuinely passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and who is looking to build meaningful, long-term experience within an inclusive school environment.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will work closely with pupils who require additional support to access learning, manage emotions, and develop social and communication skills. Pupils present with a range of needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), speech and language difficulties, sensory processing challenges, and moderate learning difficulties . Many pupils are supported through Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) , requiring consistent and targeted intervention.

This role demands patience, resilience, and empathy, but offers significant professional and personal reward. You will play a crucial role in supporting pupils to reach their potential academically, socially, and emotionally.

About the School

The school is situated in the heart of Tower Hamlets , serving the Bow and Bethnal Green communities. It reflects the diversity of the local area and places inclusion, equality, and wellbeing at the core of its values. The school has a strong reputation for SEN provision and works hard to ensure that pupils with additional needs feel supported, understood, and valued.

The SEN department is led by an experienced SENCO and supported by a skilled team of Teaching Assistants, pastoral staff, and external specialists. The school has dedicated intervention rooms, calm spaces, and access to specialist resources to support pupils with sensory and emotional needs.

Senior leaders are visible and approachable, and staff are encouraged to collaborate, share best practice, and seek support when needed. SEN Teaching Assistants are fully integrated into the school team and are involved in planning, reviews, and progress discussions.

Key Responsibilities

As an SEN Teaching Assistant in this Tower Hamlets school, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 support for pupils with identified SEN needs

• Supporting small group interventions focusing on academic progress, emotional regulation, and social skills

• Working with pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH needs, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities

• Supporting pupils to access lessons by adapting tasks and reinforcing learning objectives

• Assisting pupils with emotional regulation, anxiety management, and behaviour support

• Implementing strategies and targets outlined in EHCPs, behaviour plans, and individual learning plans

• Working closely with class teachers to ensure appropriate differentiation

• Supporting pupils during transitions, playtimes, and lunchtimes

• Encouraging independence, confidence, and resilience

• Monitoring and recording pupil progress and wellbeing

• Communicating effectively with teachers, SENCOs, and senior leaders

• Supporting personal care needs when required, ensuring dignity and safeguarding

• Maintaining a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant who demonstrates:

• A genuine passion for working with children with special educational needs

• Patience, empathy, and emotional resilience

• Experience working with SEN pupils or vulnerable individuals (schools, care, youth work, or support roles)

• Confidence managing challenging behaviour in a calm and consistent manner

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A proactive and flexible approach to learning support

• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and inclusion

This role is well suited to graduates in psychology, education, childhood studies, health and social care , or individuals aspiring to careers in teaching, educational psychology, SEN support, or therapy . However, candidates with transferable skills and the right mindset are equally encouraged to apply.

Training and Professional Development

The school is committed to investing in its staff and offers:

• SEN-specific training (ASD awareness, SEMH strategies, behaviour de-escalation)

• Safeguarding and child protection training

• Ongoing mentoring from experienced SEN professionals

• Opportunities for long-term progression and career development

Why Apply for This Role?

• Work in a supportive and inclusive Tower Hamlets school

• Strong SEN leadership and clear support systems

• Competitive daily pay

• Long-term, stable placement

• Excellent transport links in Bow and Bethnal Green

• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in pupils’ lives

Application Process

If you are a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding full-time role in Tower Hamlets , we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join a school that values inclusive education and professional development.