Empowering SEN Teaching Assistant for SLD & PMLD Classrooms

Veritas Education Recruitment Ltd; Essex; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education seeks a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 4-19 with complex needs in Essex across Basildon, Chelmsford, Brentwood, Harlow, Colchester and surrounding areas.

The role runs full-time during term time, offering daily pay of £90-£120, and involves 1:1 and small-group support, personalised learning programmes, and close collaboration with teachers and therapists.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SLD and/or PMLD (desirable but not essential).
• Patient, calm, and proactive approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Manual handling, personal care, or sensory support experience (preferred).
• Ideal for aspiring SEN Teachers, Educational Psychologists, Therapists, or Health & Social Care professionals.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of SEN including SLD, PMLD, SEMH and other needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual needs.
• Assist with personalised learning programmes, care plans and sensory activities.
• Support communication, engagement and emotional regulation.
• Work with teachers, therapists and staff to maintain a safe, structured environment.
• Build positive relationships to promote confidence, independence and wellbeing.

Job description

Veritas Education seeks a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 4-19 with complex needs in Essex across Basildon, Chelmsford, Brentwood, Harlow, Colchester and surrounding areas.

The role runs full-time during term time, offering daily pay of £90-£120, and involves 1:1 and small-group support, personalised learning programmes, and close collaboration with teachers and therapists.