SEND Teaching Assistant

• SEND Teaching Assistant
• Ad-hoc work
• 1 to 1 support
• Immediate start

We are currently recruiting an experienced and committed SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and creative primary school in Walthamstow on a supply basis.

The Role

In this SEND Teaching Assistant role you will be supporting a Year 2 pupil with non-verbal autism who requires adult support to access activities in school.

Your role will include:

• Supporting with phonics and early literacy development.
• Delivering and engaging in sensory activities, including use of the school’s sensory room.
• Encouraging outdoor play and structured learning opportunities.
• Building a trusting relationship with the pupil, recognising that she may take time to settle with new adults.
• Ensuring safety and well-being, particularly as the pupil is active and may attempt to run.

This role requires a confident, proactive individual with prior SEND experience who can offer patience, consistency, and creativity in their support.

The school

This inspiring one-form entry school serves a diverse community in the heart of Walthamstow. The school is focused on nurturing a safe, friendly, and purposeful atmosphere built on respect, positive behaviour, and strong achievement with high aspirations for every child. The school is particularly proud of its creative and enquiry-led curriculum, blending the core subjects with rich opportunities in the arts and wider learning. There is a dedicated and committed leadership team and there are good opportunities for professional development

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Have experience working with children with SEND, ideally autism.
• Be proactive, resilient, and able to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Be committed to supporting a child’s personal, social, and academic growth.