1581 Teaching jobs in London

Our Teaching Assistants are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference.

Check out this video on what life as a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group is like!

You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs . You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of.

It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career.

Opening in Spring 2026, Felden Hall School is a purpose built, brand new, state of the art school for up to 115 pupils. The school provides education for pupils aged 5 - 16 and caters to children with a wide range of needs including autism and social, emotional and mental health needs. This new exciting opportunity serves Hemel Hempstead and the wider communities, you are at the heart of its development. Our aim is to ensure that every pupil has an outstanding educational experience with individual pupil progress and care at the heart of what is offered.

We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:

• Training: A full induction and on the job training

• Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays

• Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group

• Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits here

• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance

• Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts

• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools here

• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time

• Contributory pension (matched up to 5%)

Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of:

• Your ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others

• Ideally you’ll have experience working in a classroom, but if not, we can provide you will all the relevant training

• Your genuine passion for supporting children to learn and the impact it can have on their lives

• Your enthusiasm and expertise to support the teacher and work closely with our therapists

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong.

As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.

By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

For a full job description and person specification, please click here

To view our ex-offenders policy please click here .

To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here .

Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children /
SEMH / SEN / ASD

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Our Teaching Assistants are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference.

Check out this video on what life as a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group is like!

You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of.

It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career.

Opening in Spring 2026, Felden Hall School is a purpose built, brand new, state of the art school for up to 115 pupils. The school provides education for pupils aged 5 - 16 and caters to children with a wide range of needs including autism and social, emotional and mental health needs. This new exciting opportunity serves Hemel Hempstead and the wider communities, you are at the heart of its development. Our aim is to ensure that every pupil has an outstanding educational experience with individual pupil progress and care at the heart of what is offered.

We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:

• Training: A full induction and on the job training

• Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays

• Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group

• Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits here

• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance

• Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts

• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools here

• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time

• Contributory pension (matched up to 5%)

Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of:

• Your ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others

• Ideally you’ll have experience working in a classroom, but if not, we can provide you will all the relevant training

• Your genuine passion for supporting children to learn and the impact it can have on their lives

• Your enthusiasm and expertise to support the teacher and work closely with our therapists

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong.

As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.

By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

For a full job description and person specification, please click here

To view our ex-offenders policy please click here .

To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here .

Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children /
SEMH / SEN / ASD

#INDH

Aspiring Psychologists - Graduates - Learning Support

Several SEN Teaching Assistant Opportunities in Sutton

Are you a kind-hearted individual with the patience and creativity to be a successful SEN Teaching Assistant? Working within SEN is incredibly rewarding but requires out of the box thinkers who can see beyond the labels of disability and uncover each child's potential and love for learning.

Within Schools, you will work with four broad categories of need: Communication and interaction, Cognition and learning, Social, emotional, and mental health difficulties and Sensory and/or physical needs. Education and training in Special Needs or Healthcare will be beneficial but not essential.

The SEN Teaching Assistant will work alongside the class teacher and therapy teams to ensure each child progresses towards their goals. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will gain experience working with mild to severe learning difficulties, verbal and non-verbal communication techniques, physical disabilities and sensory impairment, Autism, and complex medical needs.

SEN Teaching Assistants play a vital role in individualising support where students may learn through a sensory approach, play and practical activities or through a more formal approach. SEN Schools aim to prepare young people for their adult lives whether in employment, supported living or social care.

The Supply SEN Teaching Assistant will have:

* Strong understanding of the requirement to support pupils with additional needs
* Experience supporting young people with SEN would be advantageous
* Training in PECS, Makaton, manual handling, and hoisting (desired but not essential)
* Adaptability, be motivated and able to take initiative

Plus, recommend a friend who's looking for a new teaching or support role and we will thank you with 125 for every Teacher and Teaching Assistant that registers and works for 10 days.

To find similar roles and register for more unrivalled teaching opportunities, apply now or visit Career Teachers.

About the Role:
We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and proactive SEN Teaching Assisstant to join our vibrant and inclusive team. You will work closely with class teachers and the SENCo to provide tailored support to students with special educational needs, helping them to access the curriculum, develop essential skills, and reach their full potential. The schools offer day and residential provision to students with a diverse range of needs including moderate to severe and complex learning needs, sensory processing difficulties and associated speech, language and communication difficulties, including autistic spectrum disorders. As a SEN you will be based inside the classroom supporting students within education. Class sizes are small to ensure the needs of each pupil are met. You will be responsible for supporting their educational, social, and emotional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support individual pupils or small groups with a range of special educational needs (including ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or learning disabilities).

• Assist with the development and implementation of EHCPs and behaviour management plans.

• Adapt learning materials to meet individual student needs.

• Foster a safe, positive, and nurturing learning environment.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and outside professionals.

• Monitor and report on pupil progress and well-being.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (in a school or similar setting).

• A patient, empathetic, and encouraging approach.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• A relevant qualification (e.g. Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant, or equivalent) is desirable but not essential.

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Teaching Assistant - Full-Time - Coulsdon
Location: Coulsdon
Hours: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Start Date: As soon as possible
DBS: Ideally on the Update Service

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in education? Do you have a passion for working with children and a desire to support their learning and development?

We are working with a welcoming and inclusive primary/secondary school in Croydon seeking a Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to kick-start their career in education, whether you're considering teacher training in the future or simply want to make a real difference in the classroom.

Your role will include:

• Supporting pupils across the classroom and in small intervention groups

• Assisting students with SEND, EAL, or requiring additional learning support

• Helping with lesson planning and resource preparation

• Providing 1:1 support where needed

• Contributing to a positive and engaging learning environment

What we're looking for:

• A graduate (all degree backgrounds welcome)

• A positive, proactive, and enthusiastic attitude

• A genuine interest in education and working with children

• Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential

• A DBS on the Update Service is highly desirable (or willingness to obtain one)

This is an excellent stepping stone into a career in education, and the school offers ongoing support and potential training opportunities for the right candidate.

If you're ready to inspire young minds and be a valued part of a school community, we want to hear from you!

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Full-Time Teaching Assistant - Redhill - September start
Location: Redhill
Hours: Full-Time (Monday to Friday) 8:30 - 3:45
Start Date: ASAP
DBS: Ideally on the Update Service
Focus: General support, EAL support, SEN support

Are you passionate about making a difference in a child's life? Do you have the patience, empathy, and commitment to support pupils with additional needs?

We are working closely with a supportive and inclusive school in Redhill who are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team immediately . This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic, caring, and looking to build a long-term role within a school setting.

The role will involve:

• Supporting in KS1/KS2 as a general teaching assistant with SEN/EAL duties.

• Supporting children with special educational needs (including ASD, ADHD, speech and language, or learning difficulties)

• Working 1:1 or in small groups under the guidance of the class teacher and SENCO

• Helping to create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment

• Promoting independence and confidence in pupils

• Assisting with classroom activities, learning resources, and behaviour management

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

• Is calm, reliable, and proactive in their approach

• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ideally holds a DBS registered on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

• Is available to work full-time and start as soon as possible

Whether you're an experienced TA or looking to start your career in education, this role offers a brilliant opportunity to grow, learn, and truly make an impact.

Apply now to become part of a team that values support, inclusion, and pupil wellbeing!

INDELPRI

Looking for a fulfilling career in education? Our top-rated educational agency is currently seeking full-time staff to work with children with special needs at a special needs school located in Hackney, easily commutable from Stratford. This is a full time role starting ASAP.

As an educational agency, we work closely with schools to provide top-tier educational practitioners and support staff. Our client, a special needs school in Hackney, is in need of staff who are passionate about working with children with special needs. This role requires a commitment from Monday to Friday, 08:30-16:00 during term time.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for all of our pupils. Our pupils have educational healthcare plans that include autism, so we are looking for staff who are confident interacting with children with autism and who have experience working with children with special needs.

At Reeson Education we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their background or learning abilities. We work closely with our client to ensure that each child receives the individualized support they need to succeed.

We offer ongoing training and support to help you develop your skills and advance your career. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with special needs in the Hackney community.

If you are passionate about working with children with special needs and are looking for a rewarding and fulfilling career, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children in Hackney and beyond today.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%

Teaching Assistant Required

We're looking for experienced candidates to work in some of the best schools in East London, we have some well-behaved Primary School's in Walthamstow, Newham and Tower Hamlets. Ideally, we would love someone who has some previous experience worked with children in all age groups Including SEN.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Primary Teaching Assistant - Secondary SEN Schools available too if you Prefer
• Working with students across KS1 and KS2 (EYFS / Reception - Year 6)
• May involve supporting students with mild SEN (ASD, ADHD, dyslexia, Speech & Language issues)
• Small group and 1:1 work
• 100 - 115 per day!
• Full-time (term-time only) - Long-term - ASAP / Septmeber start
• Based in the London Borough of Newham

ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience working with children
• A confident and enthusiastic personality
• Creative and capable of coming up with innovative & fun ideas and activities!
• A genuine passion for education - we strongly encourage applications from aspiring Primary Teachers and those hoping to gain primary school work experience

ABOUT THE SCHOOL'S

• Ofsted graded 'Outstanding' & Good
• They take extra care in the behaviour and well-being of the pupils
• Warm, friendly, and close-knit atmosphere
• Creative & modern ethos
• Training and development opportunities (chance to go permanent)
• Located in Newham

If you are interested in the Teaching Assistant Required role, trial days can be arranged immediately.

Apply for this Teaching Assistant Required position by sending your CV to Aaron Deacon at Remedy. You will be contacted by your personal consultant if shortlisted.