SEN Teaching Assistant

Remedy Education; Billericay; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Education is assisting a well-resourced SEN school in Billericay to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant. The role covers both primary and secondary pupils, with 1:1 and small group support and a focus on wellbeing and personalised learning.

The successful candidate will have experience with SEN (ASD/ADHD or complex needs), a calm, patient and resilient approach, and be comfortable supporting non-verbal or limited-communication pupils. DBS update service preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN, ASD, ADHD or complex needs.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach required.
• Willing to support personal care when needed.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

SEN experience

Patience

Calm demeanor

Team player

Non-verbal support

Personal care

Education

Enhanced DBS on Update Service

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Billericay

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 Billericay 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

• Autism (ASC)
• ADHD
• Speech and Language needs
• Sensory processing difficulties
• Global developmental delay
• Complex learning needsStudents 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 ASAP
• 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.