SEN Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Braintree; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing professional development and training

Opportunities for long-term or permanent roles

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is looking for passionate SEN Teaching Assistants for primary schools in Braintree. This full-time role starts in September and involves supporting students with special educational needs including autism and ADHD.

You will work closely with students, providing tailored support and helping them thrive in an inclusive educational environment. Competitive pay and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with special educational needs in school or other settings.
• Understanding of inclusion and safeguarding.
• Commitment to making a real difference in the school community.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for students with SEN in one-to-one or small group settings.
• Implement strategies from EHCPs and by the SENCO.
• Assist classroom teachers in adapting learning tasks.
• Promote positive behavior and emotional wellbeing.
• Support students with personal care needs.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant Opportunities - Primary Schools - Braintree

Start Date: September | Full-Time

Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs? We are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to join a range of Primary schools across Braintree this September. This is a rewarding opportunity and challenge to support students who require additional help to thrive in their education and daily school life.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students with a range of needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Your role will involve providing tailored support, building positive relationships, and helping students access the curriculum in a meaningful and inclusive way.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one or small group support for students with SEN
• Implement strategies outlined in EHCPs and by the SENCO
• Assist the classroom teacher in adapting learning activities
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Support students with personal care or mobility needs where required

We are looking for candidates who

• Are patient, resilient, and compassionate
• Have experience supporting young people with SEN (school-based or in other settings)
• Are excellent communicators and team players
• Understand the importance of inclusion and safeguarding
• Are committed to making a real difference in a school community

What We Offer

• Opportunities across a range of inclusive and supportive Primary schools in Harlow
• Ongoing professional development and training
• A chance to be part of a dedicated SEN support team
• Competitive pay and the opportunity for long-term or permanent roles

Whether you're an experienced SEN TA or looking to start a career in education and special needs support, we welcome your application.