Part Time SEN Teaching Assistant x 2

Eastbury Primary School, Barking, Essex, IG11 9QQ

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  29 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  15 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Scale 4
• Additional allowances:

  Scale 4

Part Time SEN Teaching Assistant x 2 job summary

Eastbury Primary School is a four-form entry school in Barking and Dagenham. We are a fully inclusive school where every child is valued, supported and encouraged to achieve their full potential. We are proud of our diverse community and of the strong relationships we build with pupils and families. We have our own Deaf ARP and a dedicated team who work together to ensure all pupils can access learning and feel a strong sense of belonging.

We would like to appoint a SEN Teaching Assistant to join our already strong and supportive team. The successful candidate will support pupils individually and in small groups to access learning across the school. We are particularly looking for someone who is passionate about working with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and who is committed to helping every child overcome barriers to learning. You will play an important role in supporting pupils to develop their confidence, independence and communication skills, while helping to create a positive, nurturing and inclusive learning environment where all children feel safe, respected and able to make excellent progress.

We are looking for a candidate with experience of:
working with pupils with a range of special educational needs including autism, ADHD and SEMH
implementing personalised strategies for communication, regulation and engagement
supporting pupils to learn and develop
delivering speech and language programmes
providing intimate care, including changing nappies and supporting feeding

Do you have?
level 3 NVQ or equivalent
GCSEs grade A-C in English and Maths
the ability to remain calm and be consistent
excellent communication skills
enjoy being part of a team
good ICT skills
a first aid certificate

Eastbury Primary School is committed to inclusion, equality and safeguarding. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community.

Application forms are available on the school website vacancy page. Please send completed forms to:
Office@eps.barking-dagenham.sch.uk

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Eastbury Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 801 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Eastbury Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/eastbury-primary-school-barking

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