Location:
Hackney, N1

Start Date:
ASAP

Job Description:
We are currently seeking a dedicated and resilient SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Year 5 pupil with additional needs at a welcoming one-form entry primary school in Hackney.

This is a full-time, long-term position, offering a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to provide tailored support, ensuring the pupil’s academic and emotional needs are met.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have strong behaviour management skills and a proactive approach.
• Be experienced in working 1:1 with children with SEN, particularly those with behavioural needs.
• Be patient, consistent, and committed to helping every child succeed.
• Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Have a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.

In return, the school offers:

• A warm and inclusive community atmosphere.
• Strong leadership and a supportive SEN team.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.

Requirements:

• Experience working as a SEN Teaching Assistant or similar role.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
• Availability to commit full-time for the long term.

If you’re a compassionate and skilled SEN TA looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now to arrange an immediate trial and interview.

Additional requirements:

• References confirming suitability for role
• Commitment to Safeguarding
• Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Benefits

• Support from dedicated and knowledgeable specialist consultants
• Continual professional development through online training
• Competitive pay rates related to your experience
• Opportunities within a range of schools and provisions
• Refer a friend bonus with £150 in vouchers

About Chalk

At Chalk our direction, and long-term target, is to be the top specialist education agency out there, providing bespoke staffing solutions to schools and education provisions across the UK. We offer a personal service to all of our candidates, listening to your individual needs and taking into account your special requirements.

We recruit SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) staff for both mainstream schools, Special Needs Schools and alternative provisions, filling short-term, long-term and permanent vacancies. If you are looking for an honest, professional and committed attitude, then give Chalk a chance to earn your trust.

For more info please contact Sade on 0203 657 8329.

The Legal Bit

Chalk is an education recruitment agency committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. Chalk promotes equal opportunities and diversity for employees, workers, and applicants. We follow new GDPR laws to ensure the protection and privacy of your data.