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Complex Needs Teaching Assistant – SEN School – Barking and Dagenham – Immediate Start

Senovo

Job Location:

London - UK

Daily Salary: £ 95 - 120

Experience Required: 1-3years

Posted: 24 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 21 August 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

A specialist SEN setting in Barking and Dagenham is looking for a Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex additional needs. This is a hands-on SEN role for someone confident supporting pupils with more complex needs. This is a practical hands-on support role. The school needs someone caring resilient and confident working with pupils who may need communication support sensory support personal care or structured routines. What the role involves: - Supporting pupils with complex needs ASD PMLD or EHCP-linked needs - Helping pupils access learning and daily routines - Working closely with SEN teachers therapists and support staff - Providing consistent patient and reliable support What they are looking for: - SEN care support work school or youth work experience - Someone comfortable with practical support - Patience resilience and strong communication - A person who can stay calm and consistent throughout the day Pay: 95 - 120 per day Location: Barking and Dagenham (IG11 7LU) Apply now if you are looking for a meaningful SEN support role in a specialist setting.

Required Skills:

Empathy and understandingDifferentiated lesson planning & deliveryAssessment for learningPositive behaviour supportIndividualised curriculum adaptationMulti-agency collaborationCommunication expertise Safeguarding & pastoral careData & record keepingAssistive technology proficiency Teamwork & coachingReflective practice & CPD

Required Education:

Postgraduate qualification or accredited training in SEND (e.g. National Award for SEN Coordination Autism Education Trust dyslexia/SpLD or SEMH)Proficiency in alternative/augmentative communication methodsMakaton PECS AAC using evidence-based interventions such as TEACCH SCERTS or Positive Behaviour in Team-Teach MAPA or similar de-escalation and safe-handling with assistive ed-tech tools and adaptive software

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