SEN Teaching Assistant - Basildon

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Basildon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Account manager support

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is partnering with Basildon primary schools in Essex to recruit an SEN Teaching Assistant. The role focuses on supporting pupils with special needs through 1:1 and small group work, helping to create a calm, structured classroom environment.

The successful candidate will have SEND experience, patience and empathy, and will quickly build trusted relationships with pupils and staff. A rewarding, long-term opportunity with ongoing training is offered.

Qualifications

• SEND experience (personal or professional)
• Patience, empathy and consistency
• Builds strong relationships and trust quickly

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support
• Support pupils with additional needs (ASD, ADHD, SEMH)
• Help create a safe, structured and engaging learning environment

Skills

SEND experience

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Basildon, Essex

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Basildon, Essex
Salary: Pay to scale (Depending on level of experience)
Contract: Full-time

You’re the calm in the classroom. The steady presence. The one who truly makes a difference.

We are working in partnership with inclusive and nurturing primary schools in Basildon, Essex, who are currently seeking SEN Teaching Assistants. These schools genuinely value their support staff and the vital role they play in students’ development.

The Role:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support
• Support pupils with additional needs (ASD, ADHD, SEMH)
• Help create a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience with SEND (personal or professional)
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and consistency
• Builds strong relationships and trust quickly

What you’ll get:

• Ongoing training and professional development
• Support from a dedicated account manager
• Long-term opportunities in schools that truly value your contribution

You’re not "just" a Teaching Assistant and we ensure the schools recognise that too.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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