SEN Teaching Assistant - Havering, London
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SEN Teaching Assistant - Havering, London
Are you looking for a rewarding role supporting young learners?
Do you want to make a real impact to children at primary school level?
Are you available to work full time either ASAP?
Academics are seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a warm and inclusive primary school in Havering, London. This SEN Teaching Assistant position is a full-time, long-term opportunity working 1:1 with a child in EYFS or KS2, starting ASAP. (There are two roles available).
The school in Havering, London is looking for a caring, motivated, and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant who can provide consistent support, build positive relationships, and help the child thrive within the classroom. While experience is preferred, the school is very open to graduates who are passionate about working with children or pursuing a career in education.
Key Details:
- Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
- Location: Havering, London
- Start Date: ASAP / May 2026
- Pay Rate: £92-£115 per day (depending on experience)
- Contract: Full-time, long-term
- Teacher training available from September 2026
As an SEN Teaching Assistant in Havering, London, you will:
- Support the learning, development, and well-being of a child in EYFS or KS2 with additional needs (TWO ROLES AVAILABLE)
- Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement tailored strategies
- Create an encouraging and inclusive environment
- Help promote independence, confidence, and positive learning habits
- Contribute to the wider school community in Havering, London
- Receive excellent education and training opportunities
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or a committed graduate keen to build a meaningful career in education.
If you are enthusiastic, patient, and passionate about helping children succeed, we would love to hear from you!
Please click 'apply' now or contact Yasmin Boffa @ Academics on /
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⭐ Highlight your SEN or EYFS/KS2 experience prominently as this role specifically requires 1:1 support in these key stages
📊 Quantify your impact: 'Supported 8 SEN pupils to achieve 95% attendance improvement over 2 terms'
🌐 Emphasise any SENCO collaboration or tailored strategy implementation from previous roles
🎯 Mention your availability to start ASAP as this is explicitly stated as a requirement
🤝 Show your commitment to inclusive education and building positive relationships with children
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- •Provided 1:1 support to 3 EYFS children with autism, implementing SENCO-designed visual schedules that improved task completion by 85%
- •Collaborated with class teachers across 4 KS2 classes to adapt learning materials, supporting 12 SEN pupils to achieve individual learning targets
- •Developed positive behaviour strategies for children with ADHD, reducing classroom disruptions by 70% over one academic term
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Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to apply for the SEN Teaching Assistant position at your inclusive primary school in Havering. Your commitment to providing 1:1 support for children with additional needs in EYFS and KS2, combined with the teacher training pathway, aligns perfectly with my passion for supporting young learners and building a career in education.
My background in working with children with additional needs has equipped me with the patience and adaptability needed to implement tailored strategies alongside SENCO guidance. I am particularly drawn to your school's focus on promoting independence and confidence in every child.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›How would you adapt learning materials for a child with additional needs in EYFS?
- ›What strategies would you use to support a KS2 pupil with concentration difficulties?
- ›How do you work effectively with a SENCO to implement Individual Education Plans?
- ›Describe your approach to promoting independence in children with SEN
- ›What methods would you use to track and record a child's progress in 1:1 support?
Behavioural
- ›Tell me about a time you helped a child overcome a learning challenge
- ›Describe a situation where you had to adapt your approach for a child's specific needs
- ›How do you handle challenging behaviour while maintaining a positive relationship?
- ›Give an example of when you worked as part of a team to support a child's development
- ›Tell me about a time you had to be patient and persistent with a struggling learner
STAR answer examples
Model answers using the Situation-Task-Action-Result framework. Adapt to your own experience.
Tell me about a time you helped a child overcome a learning challenge
Describe a situation where you had to adapt your approach for a child's specific needs