SEN Learning Support Assistant

Remedy Recruitment Group; High Ongar; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant for a full-time, long-term position in Ongar. You will provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with diverse needs, including ASD and ADHD, across primary and secondary classes.

Ideal candidates are calm, patient, and capable of supporting non-verbal learners, with willingness to assist with personal care and work closely with teachers and SEN staff.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, ASD, ADHD or complex needs.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach in a busy classroom.
• Comfortable working across primary and secondary age groups.
• Confident supporting non-verbal or limited communication pupils.
• Willing to support personal care where needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support across primary and secondary classes.
• Assist with communication, emotional regulation and engagement in learning.
• Follow EHCP targets and individual plans.
• Support personal care where required.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals.
• Help maintain a calm, structured and positive learning environment.

Skills

1:1 support

Small group support

SEN experience

ASD/ ADHD knowledge

Youth support

Job description

Primary & Secondary SEN School | Full-Time | Long-Term
Start: ASAP Start

Are you a patient, caring and committed SEN Teaching Assistant looking to start a new role as soon as possible where you can genuinely make a difference?

We are working with a well-resourced and highly supportive SEN school in Ongar that caters for both primary and secondary-aged pupils. They are looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their specialist provision as soon as possible.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school where pupil wellbeing, personalised support and long-term development are at the heart of everything they do.

About the School

The school supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including:

• Autism (ASC)
• ADHD
• Speech and Language needs
• Complex learning needs

Students benefit from structured routines, tailored learning programmes and a nurturing, consistent environment that supports both learning and personal development.

The Role

• Providing 1:1 and small group support across primary and secondary classes
• Supporting communication, emotional regulation and engagement in learning
• Following EHCP targets and individual support plans
• Assisting with personal care where required
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals
• Helping maintain a calm, structured and positive learning environment
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social development

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, ASD, ADHD or complex needs
• Calm, patient and resilient approach
• Comfortable working across both primary and secondary age groups
• Confident supporting non-verbal or limited communication pupils
• Willing to support personal care where needed
• Strong team player with a proactive attitude
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Both experienced SEN Teaching Assistants and strong mainstream TAs looking to move into a specialist setting are encouraged to apply.

What's on Offer

• Competitive daily pay (paid weekly)
• Full-time, long-term role starting in September
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• A genuinely rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact

If you're looking for a role where your support truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.