Children's care home staffing

SEN Teaching Assistants / Residential Support Workers – East London
Location: East London (Barking & Dagenham, Redbridge, Newham, Havering)
Contract: Flexible / Ongoing
Pay: Competitive hourly rates – paid weekly

About the Role:
Teaching Consutancy is looking for experienced SEN Teaching Assistants, Behaviour Mentors, and Residential Support Workers to support children and young people in care homes and alternative education settings across East London.

You’ll be working with children who have social, emotional and behavioural needs (SEMH), SEN requirements, and may come from challenging backgrounds or have experienced school absence. Some placements may include overnight stays to provide consistent support and continuity of care.

Key Responsibilities:

* Support children with SEN and behavioural needs in residential or education environments

* Encourage engagement with learning and daily routines

* Manage difficult behaviour calmly and effectively using de-escalation techniques

* Work closely with teachers, residential staff, and therapists to ensure all-round support

Required Experience & Skills:

* Minimum 6 months’ experience supporting children with SEN / SEMH or within a residential setting

* Confident working 1:1 or in small groups with vulnerable young people

* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

* Able to provide strong, recent references

* Reliable, compassionate, and physically/emotionally resilient

What We Offer:

* Competitive hourly pay and weekly payroll

* Flexible day, evening, and overnight shifts

* Ongoing professional support and development opportunities

* The chance to make a genuine difference in young people’s lives

Apply Now:
Send me your CV to speak with our SEN & Residential team.

Teaching Consultancy is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding children and young people. All successful applicants will undergo enhanced DBS and reference checks