SEN Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Support (ADHD)

Barking & Dagenham | Full Time, Temporary | Term Time Only Hours: 8:15am – 3:30pm | Start Date: 26 January 2026

Teach Now is working with a warm, inclusive primary school in Barking & Dagenham to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with ADHD. This is a rewarding opportunity to join a truly caring school community where children are encouraged to become confident, independent and enthusiastic learners.

The school prides itself on being a joyful place to work and learn. Success is celebrated, teamwork is valued, and staff are well-supported by an experienced SEN team. You’ll be part of a collaborative environment where your contribution genuinely makes a difference to a child’s daily school experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing consistent 1:1 support to a pupil with ADHD

• Using positive behaviour strategies to support focus and emotional regulation

• Applying Team Teach techniques to manage challenging behaviour safely

• Supporting learning through tailored strategies and SEN plans

• Assisting with personal care where required, ensuring dignity and wellbeing

• Monitoring progress and contributing to review meetings and reports

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children with ADHD or challenging behaviour

• Is Team Teach trained (essential) or willing to refresh training

• Is patient, resilient and adaptable

• Works effectively with teachers, parents and the SEN team

What’s on offer:

• Daily rate of £85–£100

• Supportive leadership and a welcoming school culture

• Meaningful work with real impact

• Excellent term-time work–life balance

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance. • Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days. • Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee. • Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

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We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance