Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant – Barking and Dagenham Senovo is recruiting a Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEMH school in Barking and Dagenham. This role suits someone who combines warmth with clear boundaries and can help pupils re-engage positively with learning. The role • Provide classroom and individual support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs. • Reinforce consistent routines and positive behaviour plans. • Use calm de-escalation and restorative approaches. • Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and therapists. About you • Experience in SEN schools, alternative provision, youth work or behaviour support. • Confident, patient and emotionally consistent. • Strong communication and safeguarding awareness. • QTS is not required for this support role. Pay: £95–£115 per day PAYE. Full-time opportunity. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to complete Senovo’s compliance process, including references and an enhanced child-workforce DBS check. Apply with an up-to-date CV.
Senovo is a specialist recruitment agency connecting skilled SEN Teaching and Teaching Assistants (TAs) with schools across London and Greater London.
We recruit for all types of Special Educational Needs (SEN) settings – including specialist schools, SEN provisions, and mainstream schools supporting SEN students.
Our focus is simple: fast, reliable placements of fully vetted and passionate staff. Whether you’re an experienced SEN TA or looking to step into your first role in education, we can help you access flexible work, career progression, and supportive schools close to home.
What sets us apart?
✅ Personal service – you’ll work with a real recruiter who understands SEN
✅ Fast-track registration – start work in as little as 48 hours
✅ Weekly pay
✅ Career support and access to top schools
✅ Fully compliant, with rigorous safeguarding and vetting
We work with SEN professionals across all specialisms – ASD, SEMH, MLD, SLD, PMLD, and more – including roles involving personal care.
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