SEND Teaching Assistant – Full-time, temporary to permanent from September 2026
The inspection report highlights a nurturing and inclusive school environment where pupils feel safe, supported, and encouraged to succeed. Teaching and support staff work collaboratively to meet a wide range of needs, with clear routines and positive relationships underpinning daily practice. Leadership demonstrates a strong commitment to safeguarding, pupil well-being, and continuous improvement, creating a calm and purposeful learning atmosphere.SEND Teaching Assistant role
This SEND Teaching Assistant role offers a full-time, temporary to permanent opportunity within a supportive school setting from September 2026. The SEND Teaching Assistant will work closely with teaching and SEN staff to support pupils with additional needs, helping them access learning, build confidence, and develop independence. This role is ideal for a qualified Level 2 Teaching Assistant who is passionate about inclusive education and looking for long-term progression.Duties as SEND Teaching Assistant:

• Support pupils with special educational needs on a one-to-one or small group basis
• Assist pupils to access the curriculum through adapted and differentiated activities
• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development
• Work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to implement support strategies
• Help maintain a safe, calm, and inclusive learning environment
• Support pupils during transitions and unstructured times
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Assist with personal care or additional needs where required, following school guidance
• Uphold safeguarding, welfare, and health and safety responsibilities at all times

Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant:

• Holds a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (essential)
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND in a school setting
• Understanding of inclusive practice and SEND strategies
• Calm, patient, and supportive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Willingness to start on a temporary basis with the opportunity to become permanent
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Why Step Teachers?With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary – dependent on experience – is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!