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Primary Teaching Assistant - SEND Support - Newham
Full Time | Term Time Only | January 2026 Start
Up to £110 per day | Long Term Role (Temp to Perm)
Long Term Futures are looking to appoint a committed SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Newham, supporting a number of pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 who have a range of additional needs.
This is a rewarding and varied role, ideal for someone who has experience working with children who require tailored support, consistency, and strong communication. You'll be working alongside class teachers and the SENDCo to ensure each child can access learning and make measurable progress.
The school offers excellent staff support, a caring community feel, and opportunities to develop your skills through ongoing training.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 and small group support for children with SEND
Assist pupils with communication, regulation, learning tasks, and social interaction
Adapt activities and scaffold learning under guidance from the class teacher
Support pupils with mild personal care or sensory needs when required
Help maintain an inclusive, nurturing, and positive classroom environment
Contribute to progress tracking and SEND provision plans
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Experience supporting children with SEND (ASC, speech and language, learning needs, SEMH)
A patient, nurturing and enthusiastic approach
Confidence working across EYFS, KS1 or KS2
Understanding of safeguarding and individual learning plans
A background in education, childcare, youth work, or SEN support is desirable
Location and Transport - Newham, East London
Close to Stratford, Plaistow, Canning Town, Forest Gate, East Ham
Good links via Central, Jubilee, Elizabeth Line & DLR
Bus routes include: 25, 86, 104, 238, 241, 330
On-site parking varies by school
Why Work with Long Term Futures
Weekly pay - up to £110 per day
Free CPD including SEND training, speech & language strategies, autism support, safeguarding
Long-term and temp-to-perm roles - no day-to-day supply
Clear progression routes into SEN Teaching Assistant, HLTA, Intervention Support or Inclusion roles
Specialist consultant support from our primary and SEND teamIf you're passionate about helping primary-aged pupils thrive and want to make a meaningful impact in a supportive Newham school, apply today with Long Term Futures.
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