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1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
- Posted 12 September 2025
- Salary £444 - £513 per week
- LocationWaltham Forest
- Job type Contract
- Discipline SEND Teaching and Support
- ReferenceV-109554
Job description
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant | Waltham Forest | September Start
A rewarding opportunity has arisen for a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a highly regarded primary school in Waltham Forest. This Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ school places a strong emphasis on behaviour management, offers excellent transport links, and boasts a supportive and collaborative senior leadership team. As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting children with additional needs and driving progress in a nurturing and structured environment.
Why apply for this 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant role?
Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant in Waltham Forest. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application.
A rewarding opportunity has arisen for a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a highly regarded primary school in Waltham Forest. This Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ school places a strong emphasis on behaviour management, offers excellent transport links, and boasts a supportive and collaborative senior leadership team. As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting children with additional needs and driving progress in a nurturing and structured environment.
Why apply for this 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant role?
- Competitive weekly pay of £444-£513 (term-time only)
- Supportive SLT and a culture of professional development
- Excellent opportunities for CPD and progression into teaching
- A positive and inclusive environment with strong pastoral care
- Great pension scheme and easy access via public transport
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN
- Assist with the academic and social development of pupils with additional needs
- Help deliver the curriculum effectively under the guidance of the class teacher
- Maintain high standards of behaviour and classroom engagement
- Build strong relationships with parents and external professionals
- Track and report on pupil progress and attainment regularly
- A 1:1 or 2:1 degree from a top 20 UK university
- Previous experience supporting SEN pupils, ideally within a primary school
- Team Teach training (or willingness to complete training provided by the school)
- Confidence managing behaviour and supporting SEND
- A proactive, flexible and creative approach to support
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A desire to pursue a career in education or teacher training
Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant in Waltham Forest. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application.