SEND Support Teaching Assistant

SEND Support Teaching Assistant

Full-Time 30000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Empowering Learning

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support pupils with Moderate Learning Difficulties in a nurturing environment.
  • Company: Welcoming primary school in Dagenham with a collaborative culture.
  • Benefits: Long-term contract, free CPD, and constant support.
  • Other info: Join a supportive leadership team and work with engaged pupils.
  • Why this job: Make a meaningful difference in pupils' educational journeys.
  • Qualifications: Experience with SEND, patience, empathy, and strong communication skills.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.

We are working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Dagenham who are seeking a dedicated SEND Support Teaching Assistant to join their ARP provision. This role involves supporting a group of 12 pupils with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD). The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to provide tailored support, helping pupils access learning and achieve their full potential in a nurturing environment.

Ideal candidate:

  • Have experience supporting pupils with SEND, particularly those with MLD
  • Demonstrate patience, empathy, and a positive approach to learning
  • Be confident supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
  • Have excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
  • Be proactive, reliable, and committed to supporting pupil progress

School offers:

  • A supportive and experienced leadership team
  • A well‑established ARP provision
  • Well‑behaved and engaged pupils
  • A welcoming and collaborative working environment
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils' educational journeys

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about SEND education and supporting pupils with additional learning needs to thrive both academically and socially.

SEND Support Teaching Assistant employer: Empowering Learning

Join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Dagenham, where you will be part of a supportive and experienced leadership team dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment for pupils with Moderate Learning Difficulties. With opportunities for free CPD and constant support, this role allows you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students while working alongside well-behaved and engaged pupils in a collaborative setting.

Empowering Learning

Contact Details:

Empowering Learning Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace SEND Support Teaching Assistant

Experience supporting pupils with SEND
Understanding of Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
Patience
Empathy
Positive approach to learning
1:1 support skills
Small group support skills