Teaching Assistant | Permanent September Opportunity | Barking and Dagenham



Experienced Teaching Assistant Wanted for Exceptional SEN School

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant currently working in a permanent school position but considering a fresh start this September?

An outstanding specialist SEN school in Barking and Dagenham is seeking to appoint a talented and committed Teaching Assistant on a permanent contract. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly respected school that invests heavily in its staff, celebrates professional expertise and provides genuine long-term career development.

Why consider a move?

Not all permanent roles are equal.

This exceptional SEN school in Barking and Dagenham has built a reputation for delivering outstanding support to both students and staff. The leadership team understands the value of experienced professionals and has created an environment where skilled practitioners can thrive, develop and make a lasting difference.

For the right Teaching Assistant, this is an opportunity to join a school where your experience will be recognised, your voice will be heard and your career can continue to progress.

What makes this school stand out?

• Highly regarded SEN provision in Barking and Dagenham
• Modern facilities and excellent resources
• Strong and supportive senior leadership team
• Outstanding induction and ongoing professional development
• Clear pathways for progression
• Positive, collaborative staff culture
• A school committed to staff wellbeing and retention

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support students with Autism, learning difficulties and additional needs across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will work closely with teachers and specialist staff to help students develop academically, socially and emotionally.

The school is particularly interested in hearing from experienced Teaching Assistant professionals who are already working within schools and are looking for the right long-term move rather than simply another job.

We would love to hear from candidates who have:

• Previous SEN school experience
• Strong understanding of Autism and complex needs
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience supporting students on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• A proactive and resilient approach
• Strong safeguarding knowledge
• Additional SEN training such as PECS, Makaton, Signalong or Team Teach (desirable)

Your Next Chapter Starts Here

Permanent opportunities at schools of this calibre in Barking and Dagenham are not available often. If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant who is proud of the impact you make and would welcome a fresh challenge in September, this could be the perfect next step.

Apply Today

If you are interested in this permanent Teaching Assistant opportunity or would like a confidential conversation about SEN vacancies across Barking and Dagenham, please apply below or contact Kiesha at Reeson Education on (phone number removed).

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England''s Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of England.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert.