SEN Provision Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Harlow; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant for a long-term role in a Mainstream Primary School with a SEN Provision in Harlow. You will support pupils across primary with ASD, ADHD, SEMH and other needs, and work closely with teachers to deliver inclusive lessons.

Candidates with PRU/Alternative Provision experience, a calm and resilient approach, and flexibility to work across age groups will thrive in this setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in PRU/Alternative Provision or similar required.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN and behavioural needs.
• Calm, resilient and empathetic approach to challenging behaviour.
• Flexible to work with different age groups and settings within the provision.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across primary with varied abilities.
• Work with pupils presenting ASD, ADHD, SEMH needs.
• Assist with behaviour management and create a safe, structured environment.
• Support teachers in delivering lessons and provide interventions with individuals or small groups.

Skills

Experience in SEN/PRU

Behaviour management

Patience & empathy

Job description

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people?

We are seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants available to work on a long term basis within an Mainstream Primary School in a SEN Provision in Harlow.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

Support pupils across primary with a range of age groups and learning abilities.

Work closely with pupils presenting ASD, ADHD, SEMH needs, additional learning needs and behavioural challenges.

Build positive, supportive relationships that encourage engagement in learning.

Assist with behaviour management strategies and create a safe, structured environment.

Support teachers in delivering lessons and provide one-to-one or small group interventions.

About You

Essential: Prior experience working within a PRU (Pupil Referral Unit), Alternative Provision, or similar setting.

Proven experience supporting pupils with SEN and behavioural difficulties.

A calm, resilient, and empathetic approach to supporting challenging behaviour.

Flexibility to adapt to different age groups and settings within the provision.