TRAFFIC Eastern Cape

Teaching Assistant

Remedy Recruitment Group

Job Description

Posted 01 May 2026 Salary £95 - £120 per day Location East London Job type Contract Discipline Secondary Education Reference SEN TA - East London_

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: East London

Contract: Full-time / Part-time (term-time only)

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in East London. The successful candidate will work closely with pupils who have Special Educational Needs (SEN), providing tailored support to help them thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support pupils with SEN on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
  • Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
  • Help implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies
  • Promote a safe, positive, and nurturing learning environment
  • Support pupils with personal care where required
  • Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff and SENCOs
Requirements
  • Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN (e.g., ASD, ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties)
  • A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to adapt support to meet individual needs
  • An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
  • Experience in a primary or secondary school setting
Why Join Us?
  • Supportive leadership and experienced SEN team
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Opportunity to make a real difference in pupils' lives
  • Friendly and inclusive school community

Please send your CV to Tyrique at Remedy

About This Role

Career insights for Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary positions

Salary Benchmark
R40,578/month
R27,328 to R58,617/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Key Skills for This Role
Reading Comprehension Active Listening Instructing Speaking Learning Strategies
Common Technologies
Google Workspace Google Docs Microsoft Word 365 Blackboard Learn Ultra Canvas LMS Gmail Microsoft Outlook 365 IBM SPSS Statistics

Job Overview

Date Posted
04 May 2026
Location
Eastern Cape, South Africa

Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary Insights

Median Salary (ZAR)
R40,578/month

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