Lead SEND Teaching Assistant

Company: Nurture Education
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Lead SEND Teaching Assistant | September Start | Greenford

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Location: Greenford, West London

Start: September

Pay: £110‑£120 per day (PAYE)

Contract: Full‑time | Academic Year

A welcoming and well‑established Primary School in Greenford is seeking a Lead SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team from September. This role involves working within a specialist provision‑style setting within the school, supporting a small group of pupils with higher‑level needs.

Lead SEND Teaching Assistant – The Role

  • Leading support for a small group of 4‑5 pupils with higher‑level needs
  • Working closely with the SENCo to understand learning objectives and plans
  • Delivering structured activities and adapting learning in real time
  • Supporting communication, engagement and emotional regulation
  • Working as part of a small team, taking a lead role in day‑to‑day delivery
  • Creating a calm, consistent and supportive environment

Who This Role Suits

  • Experienced SEND Teaching Assistants
  • Staff currently working in SEN schools looking to transition into mainstream
  • Support staff ready to take on more responsibility
  • Individuals confident working with high‑needs pupils

Requirements

  • Strong experience supporting pupils with SEND
  • Confidence leading small group provision
  • Ability to adapt and think on your feet
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why This School?

  • Warm, welcoming and inclusive environment
  • Highly supportive SENCo and leadership team
  • Strong staff culture and collaboration
  • Clear systems and structure within SEND provision

If you’re ready to step into a Lead SEND TA role for September, apply today

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Posted: June 1st, 2026