SEND Teaching Assistant

Connex Education; Barking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational provider is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a respected alternative provision school. In this rewarding role, you will support pupils with special educational needs, including SEMH and ASD, fostering their emotional and academic growth. Your responsibilities will include delivering tailored support, managing challenging behavior, and collaborating with educators to ensure a nurturing learning environment. This full-time position offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development, making it an exciting chance to make a real difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Competitive PAYE weekly pay

Free SEND Toolkit (19+ CPD courses)

Access to long-term and permanent roles

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEMH, ASD, or behavioral needs.
• Team Teach or de-escalation training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small group support for pupils with diverse needs.
• Implement EHCP targets and individual learning plans.

Skills

Support for SEMH

Support for ASD

Behaviour Management

Team Teach Training

Education

Experience in Education

Current DBS

Tools

SEND Toolkit

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant – Alternative Provision
Location: Barking and Dagenham
Salary:£100/day (dependent on experience & qualifications)
Start Date: ASAP / May 2025
Contract: Full-time, Mon–Fri, Term Time Only

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK

About the Role
Connex Education is partnering with a respected alternative provision school in Barking and Dagenham to recruit a full-time SEND Teaching Assistant. You will support pupils with diverse needs, including SEMH, ASD, and behavioural challenges, in a structured, nurturing environment. Your role will focus on fostering emotional regulation, positive behaviour, and academic progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small group support for pupils, especially with SEMH/ASD
• Use positive strategies to manage challenging behaviour
• Implement EHCP targets and individual learning plans
• Support classroom and off-site learning, ensuring safety and structure
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCO, and support staff

Requirement

• Experience supporting students with SEMH, ASD, or behavioural needs
• Team Teach/de-escalation training (preferred)
• Current DBS (on update service) or willingness to apply

Why Connex?

• Competitive PAYE weekly pay
• Free SEND Toolkit (19+ CPD courses)
• Access to long-term and permanent roles

Apply today to learn more or explore additional local opportunities!

Equal Opportunities
All roles are subject to satisfactory background checks, including DBS. Connex Education is an equal opportunities employer and values diversity. All candidates are assessed on merit alone.