Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Tower Hamlets, East London Mainstream Secondary School | £95–£115 per day | ASAP Start | Full-Time until July 2027 Horizon Teachers are working with a welcoming mainstream secondary school in Tower Hamlets, East London, seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team immediately until July 2027. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates looking to gain valuable experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly those considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology or SEN education. As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who have additional learning needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, learning difficulties and physical disabilities. Based in Tower Hamlets, East London, this full-time role will involve providing tailored 1:1 and small-group support, assisting with pupils' individual learning plans and helping students access the mainstream curriculum in a safe, supportive and inclusive environment. The ideal Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant will: Hold a bachelor's degree, ideally from a leading UK university or Russell Group institution. Hold a valid Manual Handling certificate, with the ability to safely support pupils with physical and mobility needs. Have previous experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ideally within a school setting. Be confident providing 1:1 support to pupils with ASD, ADHD, learning difficulties and/or physical disabilities. Demonstrate excellent communication skills, patience, empathy and a proactive approach. Be passionate about inclusive education and supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development.Why work with Horizon Teachers? Competitive daily pay of £95–£115, depending on experience. Full-time, long-term opportunity in Tower Hamlets, East London, starting ASAP until July 2027. Gain valuable experience supporting pupils with SEN within a mainstream secondary school. Work alongside experienced SENCOs, teachers and specialist support staff. Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant. Access to CPD opportunities, safeguarding training and ongoing career guidance.If you're a dedicated graduate with a Manual Handling certificate looking to make a meaningful difference to pupils with SEN in Tower Hamlets, East London, apply today to find out how Horizon Teachers can support your next career move! “Will was extremely helpful by finding my long term / permanent placement options available in my area. He went as far as giving up time on weekends to help me prep for my interviews and keeping me well updated at every stage; as well as making sure the process was smooth.” 5 Star Google Review Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education. As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
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