SEN Teaching Assistant - Outstanding School in Walthamstow, Vibrant & Fun Environment

2nd March start
Full Time
Posted about 6 hours ago
Expiring 17th July
Waltham Forest, London
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Position: SEN TA (Mornings Nursery, Afternoons 1:1 with Year 5 Pupil) Primary School Walthamstow Outstanding School, Vibrant & Fun Environment Full-Time & Long-Term Zen Educate is currently recruiting for a Full Time Teaching Assistant to join a Primary School in Walthamstow. The successful candidate will be working in a supportive and inclusive environment. This role offers the opportunity to be part of an outstanding school with a friendly team and a great working environment. About The Role: - Supporting a pupils with their academic and personal development - Assisting the class teacher with planning and delivering tailored lessons to the pupil - Spending time outside of the classroom with the pupil - Providing emotional support to the student - Collaborating with the SENCO and other professionals to ensure the student’s needs are met Requirements: - Previous experience working with students in Primary School - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to work effectively as part of a team - Relevant qualifications in education or SEN support Zen Educate offers teachers and teaching assistants the opportunity to achieve a better work life balance, receive higher pay rates, and benefit from our hands-on support in finding the right role for you. Join our platform today to find your next rewarding role in education.
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Our school is a special and highly successful school for children and staff located in the heart of Walthamstow. We are proud of our many achievements and awards and believe that our success is down to our strong partnership with our children, families, staff and the local community. Our children are happy, curious, hardworking and motivated to do their best. They are eager to learn and make the most of opportunities to participate in a range of trips, projects and extra-curricular activities. Their parents and carers take every opportunity to support and engage with the school in their child’s learning; we value this. The school is led by a highly dedicated staff team that work together to provide a curriculum that focuses on developing the whole child, whilst also ensuring children develop key skills and knowledge in Reading, Writing and Maths. We endeavour to teach all areas of the curriculum in an exciting way, meeting the needs of every child with outstanding pastoral care and high expectations. We work hard to develop lifelong learners who enjoy and strive for success.

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    Join a vibrant, inclusive team at this Kensington and Chelsea based Primary School's Autism Resource Hub, supporting students aged 4–11 with a range of SEN, primarily autism. This specialist provision offers a personalised, therapeutic curriculum blending tailored interventions with mainstream integration. Your Role Support children in both the Hub and mainstream classes Use structured interventions (SCERTS, PECS, Zones of Regulation, etc.) Assist with sensory sessions in dedicated therapeutic spaces Work closely with teachers, therapists, and families About You ✔ Experience supporting children with SEN (especially autism) ✔ Calm, proactive, and child-centred approach ✔ Knowledge of SEN strategies and visual communication tools The Hub 20-place autism provision Purpose-built facilities: sensory room, "Bodyshop", therapy rooms Focus on holistic development, EHCP-led learning, and inclusion
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    Posted 3 days ago

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Signing up

I'm having trouble registering

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How do I interview? Do I have to come to your office?

To make sure you're getting bookings perfect for you, we will invite you to a 30-minute online interview with our team to learn about your experience, preferences and why you're passionate about working in education. You can do this through any smartphone or computer. If you'd prefer to interview in person at our office, just let us know. Recent regulation changes require us to see your documents for your right to work in the UK in person. This takes no more than 5 minutes, dropping by our offices in London or Manchester.

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I only have overseas experience. Is that OK?

Generally schools prefer teachers and TAs who are familiar with the UK Curriculum, but this can vary. We'd be happy to speak to you about your experience, and find out if we'd be able to help you find a role.

Vetting

What documents will I need to provide?

We'll need evidence of your identity, right to work and teaching qualifaction. In addition, we'll need an enhanced DBS certificate and references from two recent previous employers.

Can you apply for a DBS for me?

Yes. If you need a DBS or your DBS needs updating we can apply for one fore you. The cost of a DBS is £47.20 which we will reimburse once you have worked 10 days through Zen.

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I don't have recent references, can I still sign up?

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Roles

What roles do you cover?

We help Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Cover Supervisors find work. We work with all types of schools and help with short-term, long-term and permanent roles. Many of our long-term roles convert to permanent roles. We make it far easier than a traditional agency for teachers to convert temporary positions into permanent ones.

What areas do you cover?

We work with over 400 schools in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds.

How much work is there?

Generally speaking, we have consistently high demand for daily supply teachers in Greater London, Manchester Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. Teaching assistant work is generally higher for long-term roles rather than daily supply cover.

Do you have primary, secondary or nursery jobs?

Yes. We can help with daily supply and long-term jobs in nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools. We don't typically have jobs in further education or college.

Do you have work for cover supervisors, invigilators, or school administrators?

While the majority of our work is for teachers and teaching assistants, we do also have work for cover supervisors and invigilators. Explain what you are looking for when you sign up and our team will help you.

What subjects do you cover?

We cover all subjects taught in primary and secondary schools - if you're not sure if we can help you with what you're looking for, please register and arrange to speak to a member of our Teacher Success team.

Do you do school admin jobs?

If you're looking for teaching or teaching assistant roles, and would also be interested in admin roles, it's worth letting us know. If you're only looking for admin roles, we might not be the place for you, as this isn't what we specialise in.

General

How is Zen different from a recruitment agency?

Zen Educate is a technology platform to connect teachers with schools directly. Agencies are an expensive middleman between schools and teachers. They have to charge high commissions because their booking procedures are largely manual and run on outdated systems. Because we run more of the process online or on your phone, we create an experience that delights schools and teachers at a fraction of the cost.

What roles do you cover?

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