SEND Teaching Assistant Waltham Forest September 2026 StartDo you have a passion for supporting young people with additional needs and want to gain valuable experience within a secondary school setting? A highly inclusive secondary school in Waltham Forest is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to join from September 2026 on a full-time basis until July 2027. This school has established a strong reputation for its commitment to inclusion, ensuring every student receives the support required to achieve both academically and personally. The SEND department works closely with teachers, pastoral staff and external agencies to provide tailored support for pupils with Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language needs and a range of learning difficulties. As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in helping students access learning and develop confidence within the classroom. SEND Teaching Assistant What the School Offers • Full academic year placement from September 2026 until July 2027• 33.5 working hours per week, including half-days on Fridays• £444 £513 per week via PAYE (inclusive of holiday pay)• Access to SEND-focused CPD and professional development opportunities• Opportunities to work alongside experienced SEND professionals and pastoral staff• Exposure to teacher training pathways and future educational careers• A collaborative and supportive staff culture committed to inclusion The Role You will support students with SEND across KS3 and KS4, both within mainstream lesso