Job title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Primary / Infant / Junior
Functional Expertise: Non-Class Based
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Wembley, Brent
Job published: 03-12-2025
Job ID: 113142

Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant | Brent | January 2026

Are you passionate about helping young people thrive in the classroom? A specialist SEN school in Brent is looking for caring, energetic Teaching Assistants to join its team from January 2026. This is a brilliant opportunity to work in a small, therapeutic setting supporting pupils aged 7 to 16 with autism and associated needs.

 

What you will be doing

  • Supporting teachers to deliver engaging, well-structured lessons.
  • Providing targeted in-class support to individuals and small groups.
  • Helping to create a positive, inclusive and calm learning environment.
  • Delivering bespoke interventions alongside teaching staff and therapists to meet EHCP outcomes.

 

What the school is looking for

  • Experience supporting children with SEN, particularly autism and related needs.
  • A proactive, can-do attitude and a genuine passion for education.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A committed team player who shares the school’s values and aims.

 

Why join?

  • A supportive and friendly staff community where your contribution is valued.
  • Ongoing training and development to help you grow in your career.
  • A role with real purpose, where you will see the impact of your work every day.
  • Access to a strong benefits package, including:
    • Health and wellbeing support with a free confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling.
    • Discounts on retail, travel and leisure.
    • Cycle to work scheme.
    • Generous life cover.

 

If you are ready to take on a rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant role in a specialist setting, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered for a January start.

 

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