SEN Teaching Assistant - KS1 Complex Needs - Barking Riverside

Location: Barking Riverside, East London
Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Until the end of the academic year, with potential to extend or become permanent

Remedy Education is recruiting an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND provision within a primary school in Barking Riverside.

The role involves supporting a mixed Year 1 and Year 2 class with a range of complex Special Educational Needs, including Autism (ASD), communication difficulties and pre-verbal pupils.

We are looking for someone who is confident, energetic, proactive and experienced in supporting children with complex needs.

The Role

• Support children with ASD, complex SEND and communication difficulties.

• Work closely with pre-verbal and non-verbal pupils.

• Provide intimate and personal care support when required.

• Support pupils with emotional regulation and challenging behaviour.

• Encourage engagement, independence and communication.

• Work within a busy, active classroom environment.

Requirements

• Previous hands-on experience supporting children with complex SEND.

• Experience working with pre-verbal or non-verbal pupils.

• Confident and willing to provide intimate care - essential.

• Experience managing challenging behaviour and supporting emotional regulation.

• Physically active, patient and able to remain calm in demanding situations.

• A proactive approach and ability to work independently.

This position requires genuine practical SEND experience due to the needs of the class.

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time, long-term opportunity, apply today with your CV.

Aaron Deacon | Remedy Education
Telephone: 028-418-1390