Teaching Assistant

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference KS/6YGJKG_1762164713

Closing date December 3, 2025

Location East London, United Kingdom

Status Contract

Contact Roscoe Price Moor

+64 273124286

rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

SEN Teaching Assistant - Hackney

Location: Hackney, East London Start Date: ASAP or January 2026 Contract Type: Full-time, Term Time Only Salary: £90-£110 per day (Umbrella rate)

Veritas Education are working in partnership with a friendly and inclusive two-form entry primary school in Hackney who are seeking a passionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team.

About the Role

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SENCo to support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), including autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

You will provide targeted 1:1 or small group support, helping children to access the curriculum, develop their confidence, and achieve their full potential in a nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN in class, 1:1 or in small groups
• Assist with the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs)
• Encourage pupil participation, confidence and independence
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and outside professionals
• Support the emotional and social development of pupils
• Help maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment

Requirements

• Essential: Experience working with SEN children in a school or nursery setting
• A caring, patient and proactive approach to supporting children's learning
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A good understanding of safeguarding and behaviour support strategies
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, CACHE, or equivalent) are desirable but not essential

What the School Offers

• A supportive and welcoming staff team
• Regular training and opportunities for professional development
• A positive, inclusive school ethos where every child is valued
• Competitive daily rate: £85-£115 per day Umbrella rate

If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and are looking to join a nurturing, community-focused primary school in Hackney, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply: Please send your CV or call Veritas Education for more information about this role and other opportunities in East London on 02030266150.

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.'

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