Teaching Assistant – SEMH / PRU – Barking and Dagenham (East London)

Location: Barking and Dagenham, East London (District Line – easy access from Liverpool Street)
Job Type: Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Progression: Teacher Training Opportunities Available

Are you a Teaching Assistant in East London looking to work in a specialist setting where you can make a genuine impact?

Uniform Education is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to work within a well-established Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Barking and Dagenham, supporting students with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs), behavioural challenges, autism, and additional learning needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring teacher or experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a long-term role with clear progression into teaching.

​

About the School – PRU in Barking and Dagenham

We are proud to be partnered with a highly supportive and inclusive Alternative Provision in East London, operating across three specialist settings:

• SEMH Provision

• Alternative Provision (AP)

• Tuition & Outreach Service

Unlike many PRUs, students here have the opportunity to work towards up to 8 GCSEs, providing a structured pathway back into education and future success.

The school has been rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, reflecting strong leadership, positive staff-student relationships, and consistent improvement.

​

Teaching Assistant Role Overview

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support students who may have struggled in mainstream education, helping them re-engage with learning and develop confidence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students with SEMH needs, behaviour challenges, and autism (ASD)

• Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging and accessible lessons

• Provide 1:1 and small group support

• Assist in behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies

• Help create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment

• Encourage students to achieve academic outcomes, including GCSE qualifications

​

​

Requirements – Teaching Assistant (Barking and Dagenham)

To be considered for this Teaching Assistant job in East London, you should have:

• Experience working with children or young people (school, youth work, coaching, care, etc.)

• A strong interest in supporting students with SEMH, SEN, or behavioural needs

• A proactive, resilient, and patient approach

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• A genuine interest in progressing into teaching or education long-term

• Subject specialism (e.g. Maths, English, Science, PE) – highly beneficial

​

​

Why Apply for this Teaching Assistant Role?

• Clear pathway into teacher training

• Opportunity to work in a high-impact PRU setting in East London

• Supportive leadership team and strong staff culture

• Small class sizes → greater impact per student

• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities

• Chance to make a real difference to students’ lives and futures

​

​

Apply Now – Teaching Assistant (East London)

If you’re looking for a Teaching Assistant role in Barking and Dagenham or want to start your journey into teaching within a specialist setting, apply today with Uniform Education.