Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - SEN & Behaviour Support
Location: Brent
Salary: 90-95 per day
Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm | Full-time, Term-Time Only
Start Date: ASAP

Are you calm under pressure, empathetic, and looking to make a real difference in a school setting?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming and well-regarded secondary school in Brent, supporting students with special educational needs (SEN), social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and challenging behaviour. If you have experience working with young people who need extra support to thrive-whether in education, youth work, care, or similar-this role could be a great fit.

You'll work as part of a committed support team, helping to create a safe, structured and positive learning environment for students who may struggle with mainstream classroom expectations. The role will involve a mix of 1:1 and small group work, particularly supporting those who present with behavioural challenges, emotional regulation difficulties, or specific SEN diagnoses such as ADHD or autism.

• Provide individualised support to students with SEN, SEMH, and behavioural needs

• Support students both in class and in designated intervention spaces

• Help de-escalate behaviour and apply consistent, calm behaviour strategies

• Work closely with teachers, SENCO, and pastoral staff to monitor progress

• Encourage engagement, build trust, and promote a positive learning mindset

• Experience working with young people with behavioural needs or SEN (e.g., in schools, PRUs, youth work, or care settings)

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Patience, emotional resilience, and a proactive mindset

• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection

• Able to commit to full-time hours (8:30-3:30, Monday-Friday)

• A supportive and inclusive school community in Brent

• Ongoing training and guidance from experienced SEN and pastoral leads

• A positive, well-structured environment that values every member of staff

How to Apply:
If you're ready to take on a rewarding role where you can have a real impact on young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Applications are being reviewed as they come in, so don't delay.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'