SEN TA Epilepsy trained

Posted 20 March 2026
Salary £100 - £117 per day
LocationTower Hamlets
Job type Contract
Discipline Secondary EducationSpecial Education Needs
ReferenceSENTAepilepsytrained_1774000471

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant (Epilepsy Trained) - SEMH Secondary School
Location: Tower Hamlets, East London
Pay: £100 - £115 per day
Start: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, term time only

Remedy Education are currently recruiting for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with epilepsy training to join a specialist SEMH secondary school in Tower Hamlets.

This is a rewarding role supporting students with social, emotional and mental health needs, alongside medical needs, in a structured and supportive environment.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs

  • Support pupils with epilepsy, ensuring safety and appropriate response to seizures

  • Assist with behaviour management and de-escalation strategies

  • Support students in accessing the curriculum and engaging in lessons

  • Work closely with teachers and pastoral teams to support individual learning plans

  • Promote a safe, calm and structured learning environment

  • Support students' emotional regulation and social development

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Experience working in SEMH or challenging behaviour settings

  • Epilepsy training or experience supporting pupils with epilepsy

  • Strong behaviour management and resilience

  • A calm, patient and proactive approach

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

  • A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in a specialist setting where your skills will be highly valued.

If you have any questions please call 0208 418 1390 or ask for Dylan at Remedy Education.