SEN Teaching Assistant

Job description

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Tower Hamlets, East London

Mainstream Secondary School | £95–£115 per day | ASAP Start | Full-Time until July 2027

Horizon Teachers are working with a welcoming mainstream secondary school in Tower Hamlets, East London, seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team immediately until July 2027. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates looking to gain valuable experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly those considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology or SEN education.

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who have additional learning needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, learning difficulties and physical disabilities. Based in Tower Hamlets, East London, this full-time role will involve providing tailored 1:1 and small-group support, assisting with pupils' individual learning plans and helping students access the mainstream curriculum in a safe, supportive and inclusive environment.

The ideal Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant will:

Hold a bachelor's degree, ideally from a leading UK university or Russell Group institution.
Hold a valid Manual Handling certificate, with the ability to safely support pupils with physical and mobility needs.
Have previous experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ideally within a school setting.
Be confident providing 1:1 support to pupils with ASD, ADHD, learning difficulties and/or physical disabilities.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills, patience, empathy and a proactive approach.
Be passionate about inclusive education and supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development. Why work with Horizon Teachers?

Competitive daily pay of £95–£115, depending on experience.
Full-time, long-term opportunity in Tower Hamlets, East London, starting ASAP until July 2027.
Gain valuable experience supporting pupils with SEN within a mainstream secondary school.
Work alongside experienced SENCOs, teachers and specialist support staff.
Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant.
Access to CPD opportunities, safeguarding training and ongoing career guidance. If you're a dedicated graduate with a Manual Handling certificate looking to make a mean...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Shadwell

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English