SEN Teaching Assistant (Primary)

senploy; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment service is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder at a primary school in Rainham, Essex. Ideal candidates will have experience with children with additional needs, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding. This full-time role offers flexible working options and the potential for permanency.

Benefits

£100 referral bonus

Supportive leadership

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with pupils with additional needs.
• Strong understanding of behaviour management strategies.
• Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Patience, empathy, and a resilient attitude.
• Previous experience supporting children in a school.
• Familiarity with EHCPs.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to a pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Work closely with class teacher and support team.
• Deliver compassionate support to help the pupil thrive.

Skills

Experience working with pupils with additional needs, ideally ASD or SEMH

Understanding of behaviour management strategies

Ability to build positive relationships

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Patience, empathy, and resilience

Experience in school or educational setting

Familiarity with EHCPs

Commitment to safeguarding

Job description

Location: Rainham, Essex
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term
Daily Rate: £95-£115
Interviews: Taking place immediately

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant ready to take the next step in your education career? We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and proactive individual to join a supportive primary school in Rainham, Essex, working on a 1:1 basis with a pupil with moderate Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be providing tailored support to a Year 4 pupil with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Working closely with the class teacher and wider support team, you will play a key role in delivering structured, compassionate support to help the pupil thrive both academically and emotionally.

This position is ideal for someone who is confident supporting children with additional needs, particularly ASD and SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) requirements.

We are seeking a passionate individual with:
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Proven experience working with pupils with additional needs, ideally ASD or SEMH


Proven experience working with pupils with additional needs, ideally ASD or SEMH
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A strong understanding of behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques


A strong understanding of behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques
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The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and staff alike


The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and staff alike
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Excellent communication and teamwork skills


Excellent communication and teamwork skills
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Patience, empathy, and a resilient, can-do attitude


Patience, empathy, and a resilient, can-do attitude
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Previous experience supporting children in a school or educational setting


Previous experience supporting children in a school or educational setting
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Familiarity with EHCPs and personalised learning plans


Familiarity with EHCPs and personalised learning plans
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills


Strong interpersonal and communication skills
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A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing


A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing
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Opportunity to secure a long-term or permanent role


Opportunity to secure a long-term or permanent role
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Supportive leadership and a welcoming school community


Supportive leadership and a welcoming school community
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Flexible working options available (full-time and part-time)


Flexible working options available (full-time and part-time)
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£100 referral bonus if you refer a friend or colleague


£100 referral bonus if you refer a friend or colleague
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A dedicated consultant to guide and support your journey


A dedicated consultant to guide and support your journey

If you're ready to make a lasting impact and thrive in a rewarding 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant position, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now for more information.