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SEN Teaching Assistant and Supply Teaching Jobs in London

Are you searching for SEN teaching assistant jobs in London, teaching assistant jobs in London or flexible supply teaching jobs?

Uniform Education is a specialist London education recruitment agency connecting teachers, teaching assistants, learning support assistants and SEND professionals with schools across North, South, East and West London.

We work with more than 40 mainstream schools, special schools, SEND provisions and Multi-Academy Trusts, offering daily supply, short-term, long-term and permanent education jobs.

Whether you are an experienced SEN teaching assistant, a qualified teacher or looking to start a career working with children with additional needs, our consultants can help you find suitable school work in London.

SEN Teaching Assistant Jobs in London

Uniform Education recruits for a wide range of SEN teaching assistant jobs across London.

Our SEN teaching assistants support children and young people with needs including:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder

  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

  • Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs

  • Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities

  • Speech, language and communication needs

  • Physical and sensory needs

  • Challenging behaviour

  • Complex learning and medical needs

SEN teaching assistant roles are available in mainstream schools, special schools, resource bases, Pupil Referral Units and alternative education provisions.

Opportunities can include general classroom support, small-group interventions, behaviour support and one-to-one assistance for individual pupils.

Teaching Assistant Jobs in London

We recruit for teaching assistant jobs in primary, secondary and special schools throughout London.

Available positions may include:

  • Primary teaching assistant jobs

  • Secondary teaching assistant jobs

  • SEN teaching assistant jobs

  • Graduate teaching assistant jobs

  • Nursery and EYFS teaching assistant jobs

  • Higher-level teaching assistant roles

  • Behaviour mentor jobs

  • Classroom support roles

  • Learning support assistant jobs

  • One-to-one SEN support jobs

We offer both full-time and flexible teaching assistant work, depending on your experience, location and availability.

Learning Support Assistant and LSA Jobs in London

If you are searching for LSA jobs in London or learning support assistant jobs, Uniform Education works with schools requiring additional classroom and individual pupil support.

Learning support assistants may work with pupils who need help accessing lessons, developing communication skills, managing behaviour or building confidence and independence.

These roles can provide valuable experience for graduates, aspiring teachers, psychology graduates and people considering careers in education, therapy, social work or child development.

Autism Support Jobs in London Schools

Many of our specialist placements involve supporting autistic children and young people.

Our autism support jobs in London may be based in:

  • Specialist autism schools

  • Mainstream school resource bases

  • Primary and secondary schools

  • Further education settings

  • Alternative provisions

  • One-to-one classroom placements

Relevant experience is valuable, but some schools also consider candidates with transferable experience from care, youth work, mentoring, sports coaching or community support.

One-to-One SEN Support Jobs

One-to-one SEN support staff work closely with an individual pupil who requires additional assistance during the school day.

A 1:1 SEN teaching assistant job in London may involve:

  • Supporting classroom participation

  • Helping a pupil follow routines

  • Supporting communication and interaction

  • Encouraging positive behaviour

  • Assisting with emotional regulation

  • Supporting personal care where required

  • Implementing strategies provided by teachers and therapists

Our consultants will explain the responsibilities and support requirements before recommending a placement.

Special Needs School Jobs in London

Uniform Education recruits for teaching and support roles in specialist education settings throughout London.

Our special needs school jobs include opportunities for:

  • SEN teachers

  • SEN teaching assistants

  • Learning support assistants

  • Behaviour mentors

  • Cover supervisors

  • Personal care assistants

  • One-to-one support workers

  • Higher-level teaching assistants

We work with schools supporting pupils with autism, SEMH, PMLD, communication difficulties and other complex learning needs.

Supply Teacher Jobs in London

We also provide daily and long-term supply teacher jobs across London.

Supply teaching offers qualified teachers the flexibility to choose when and where they work while gaining experience in different schools and year groups.

We recruit supply teachers for:

  • EYFS

  • Key Stage 1

  • Key Stage 2

  • Key Stage 3

  • Key Stage 4

  • Primary schools

  • Secondary schools

  • Special schools

  • Alternative provisions

Whether you want occasional daily supply work or a regular timetable, our consultants will aim to match you with suitable schools in your preferred London area.

Primary Teacher Jobs in London

Our primary teacher jobs in London include daily supply, long-term cover and permanent positions across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

Roles may include class teaching, PPA cover, intervention teaching, maternity cover and specialist SEN teaching.

We work with primary schools across all London boroughs and consider your preferred travel distance when discussing placements.

Secondary Teacher Jobs in London

Uniform Education recruits qualified teachers for secondary teaching jobs across London.

We work with secondary schools requiring subject teachers, cover supervisors and SEND specialists for temporary, long-term and permanent positions.

Subjects may include English, mathematics, science, humanities, modern foreign languages, physical education, computing, art and design technology.

Daily, Long-Term and Permanent Education Jobs

Candidates can register for:

  • Daily supply teaching work

  • Short-term school cover

  • Long-term teaching assistant placements

  • Maternity-cover positions

  • Full academic-year roles

  • Permanent teaching jobs

  • Permanent teaching assistant jobs

You can tell us which types of work, age groups and school environments suit you best.

Education Jobs Across London

We recruit for school jobs throughout:

  • North London

  • South London

  • East London

  • West London

  • Central London

Our consultants consider your postcode, transport links and preferred travel distance when discussing suitable education vacancies.

Why Register With Uniform Education?

Candidates registering with Uniform Education can benefit from:

  • Access to more than 40 London schools and SEND provisions

  • SEN and mainstream education opportunities

  • Daily, short-term, long-term and permanent roles

  • Flexible working options

  • Competitive rates of pay

  • Placements near your preferred London area

  • Safeguarding training

  • Continuing professional development

  • Support from specialist education recruitment consultants

We take the time to understand your experience, availability and career goals before presenting relevant opportunities.

Who Can Apply for Teaching Assistant Work?

We welcome applications from:

  • Experienced teaching assistants

  • SEN teaching assistants

  • Learning support assistants

  • Qualified teachers

  • Early career teachers

  • Cover supervisors

  • Behaviour mentors

  • Psychology graduates

  • Education graduates

  • Aspiring teachers

  • Youth workers

  • Care and support workers

  • Sports coaches

  • People with relevant childcare experience

Previous school experience is not required for every position. Transferable experience and a genuine commitment to supporting children can also be valuable.

All applicants must complete the relevant registration, safeguarding and compliance checks before starting work.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find SEN teaching assistant jobs in London?

Register with Uniform Education and speak with one of our specialist SEND recruitment consultants. We will discuss your experience, preferred London area, availability and the types of pupils you feel confident supporting.

Can I get a teaching assistant job without school experience?

Some entry-level teaching assistant positions consider candidates with relevant transferable experience, including childcare, care work, youth work, mentoring, tutoring or sports coaching. Requirements vary between schools and roles.

Do you offer supply teaching jobs near me?

Uniform Education works with schools across North, South, East, West and Central London. Our consultants consider your location and preferred travel distance when discussing supply teaching opportunities.

Do you recruit for special schools?

Yes. We recruit teachers, SEN teaching assistants, learning support assistants and support workers for special schools, SEND provisions, resource bases and alternative education settings.

Are there permanent teaching and teaching assistant jobs available?

Yes. We recruit for daily supply, short-term, long-term and permanent teaching and support positions across London.

Find Teaching and SEN Support Work in London

Whether you are looking for an SEN teaching assistant job, a mainstream teaching assistant position, flexible supply teaching work or a permanent school role, Uniform Education can help you explore opportunities across London.

Call 020 3794 8988 or email info@uniformeducation.co.uk to register or discuss current education vacancies.​