SEN TA -ARP Unit
East London (All Boroughs)
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Permanent, Long-Term and Temporary Roles
£90 - £115 per day | September 2026 Starts Available
Are you a passionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a positive impact in the lives of children and young people across East London?
Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a wide range of mainstream schools, specialist provisions, SEND schools and alternative settings across Tower Hamlets, Newham, Barking & Dagenham, Redbridge, Waltham Forest, Hackney and Havering. We are seeking enthusiastic professionals to support pupils with additional needs within mainstream schools and Additionally Resourced Provisions (ARPs).
The Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEND.
- Support children with Autism, Speech and Language Needs, ADHD and moderate learning difficulties.
- Assist pupils in accessing the curriculum both within the mainstream classroom and ARP setting.
- Implement EHCP targets and personalised support strategies.
- Promote communication, social development and emotional wellbeing.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists and families to support pupil progress.
- Foster a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment where every pupil can succeed.
Why Join Teaching Personnel?
Competitive Pay
We offer competitive rates of pay that reflect your experience, qualifications and responsibilities.
Exclusive Trauma-Informed Thrive Training
Gain access to our Thrive Approach: Introductory Skills & Strategies training, designed to equip education professionals with practical, relationship-based strategies that support pupils with SEND and additional needs. Thrive-trained staff are better equipped to understand behaviour, promote emotional wellbeing and create positive outcomes for children and young people.
Access to a Wide Range of Schools
Work across East London's diverse educational settings, including:
- Mainstream Primary Schools
- Mainstream Secondary Schools
- Specialist SEND Schools
- Resource Bases and ARPs
- SEMH Provisions
- Alternative Provisions
Flexible Working Opportunities
Choose from permanent, long-term, full-time or part-time roles that fit your lifestyle and career goals.
Ongoing Professional Development
Access free CPD courses, safeguarding training and specialist SEND development opportunities throughout your career.
Requirements
- Experience working with children or young people with SEND.
- Knowledge of Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language Needs or other additional learning needs.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- A patient, proactive and nurturing approach.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
Ideal For
- SEN Teaching Assistants
- Learning Support Assistants
- Psychology Graduates
- Education Studies Graduates
- Aspiring Teachers
- Aspiring Educational Psychologists
- Aspiring Speech and Language Therapists
SEN TA - ARP Unit employer: Teaching Personnel
Join a supportive and nurturing educational environment as a Part Time Teacher in the BB4 area, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of Upper Key Stage 2 pupils. With competitive pay, small class sizes, and dedicated consultant support, this role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and the chance to inspire young minds in a welcoming community. Embrace the rewarding experience of teaching while enjoying the flexibility of a part-time schedule.
