SEN Teaching Assistant in Rainham

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant Contract Type: Full-time, temporary Start Date: 04/11/2026 Location: Havering, London, UK Salary: £95–£101 per day Salary depends on experience and qualifications. Higher rates apply to candidates with substantial relevant experience and/or training, such as a recognised Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent). Hours: 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday, term time only Contact: Danna Crous | (url removed) About the Role Help children build confidence and independence as a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant in Havering. Working alongside teachers, you will make classroom activities accessible and encourage pupils to participate in daily school life. You will adapt tasks under the teachers guidance, reinforce routines and build trusting relationships. Sharing observations about pupils learning and engagement will help staff respond to changing needs and recognise progress. This structured, supportive setting offers the opportunity to combine practical classroom support with a clear focus on inclusion. The role would suit a patient, reliable Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant who enjoys helping children learn and grow. Requirements Experience supporting children with SEN in a school or comparable setting. Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and willingness to follow school procedures. Right to work in the UK and suitable references. An enhanced DBS check, or willingness to complete the required checks. Clear communication with pupils, teachers and other school staff. Ability to follow a teachers direction and support agreed learning activities. Key Responsibilities Support pupils access to classroom learning alongside teachers. Adapt resources and activities under the teachers guidance. Help pupils practise skills, follow routines and develop independence. Share observations about learning, progress and engagement. Maintain a calm, inclusive environment during lessons and transitions. Follow safeguarding procedures and maintain professional boundaries. What the School Offers The chance to improve childrens participation and confidence. Close collaboration with teachers to support inclusive learning. Opportunities to develop your skills in adapting classroom activities. A structured environment with clear daily routines. Varied work combining relationship-building and practical pupil support. Why Work via Teach Now? Teach Now is an established education recruitment company offering dedicated customer service and professional development for teachers and support staff. Benefits include: Your own dedicated consultant for ongoing support and guidance. A £150 referral reward for each candidate you refer once they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days. Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), including equal pay entitlements where applicable. Access to a wide range of CPD through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. Application Process Apply below or email your CV to (url removed). Applicants must have the appropriate qualifications, training and experience for this role. If you are not contacted within two working days, your application has been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will retain your CV and continue supporting your search for work in education. Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We promote equality, challenge discrimination and are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance