Teaching Assistant

Contract
job
recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference PDTA496869_1776409875

Closing date May 17, 2026

Location East London, United Kingdom

Status
Contract

Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Teaching Assistant

Location: Hackney, London
Start Date: September
Contract: Full-time Salary: £1,700 - £2,100 per month

About the Role

Veritas Education is working with a welcoming and inclusive academy trust in Hackney to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a September start.

This is a full-time 1:1 role, supporting a Reception pupil with mild to high SEN needs who is new to the school. You will play a key role in helping the pupil settle into school life, build confidence, and access learning in a supportive and structured environment.

This opportunity is ideal for someone with SEN experience or a graduate looking to gain valuable school-based experience.

About the School

The school has a strong inclusive ethos and serves a diverse, vibrant community. Staff work collaboratively to create a supportive, engaging, and nurturing environment where all pupils are encouraged to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with SEN
• Support academic, social, and emotional development
• Assist with classroom activities and adapt learning where needed
• Help manage behaviour and promote positive engagement
• Work closely with the class teacher and SEN team

Requirements

Essential

• GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above)
• Experience working with children or in an SEN setting

Desirable

• SEN experience (ASD, ADHD, speech & language)
• Degree or strong interest in education/psychology

How to Apply

If you're a passionate Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Veritas Education on 0203 026 6150.

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.'