SEN Teaching Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Long-term or permanent roles

Competitive pay

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. in Braintree is seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to join a range of SEN schools in the Braintree district.

You will support students with SEMH, autism, ADHD and speech and language difficulties, helping them access the curriculum with tailored support. This opportunity offers ongoing professional development, a dedicated SEN team, and potential for long-term or permanent roles across inclusive primary settings.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates patience, resilience and compassion.
• Excellent communication and collaboration in a school setting.
• Commitment to inclusion and safeguarding of students.

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.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Compassion

Excellent communication

Team player

Inclusion and safeguarding

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant Opportunities - SEN Schools - Braintree

Start Date: ASAP Full-Time or Part-time options

Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs? We are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to join a range of SEN schools in Braintree district.

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 SEMH, autism, ADHD and speech and language difficulties. 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 Braintree
• 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.