SEND Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

Inclusive school community

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking passionate Teaching Assistants for a complex SEND school in Chelmsford. This role involves supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs in a nurturing environment. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of complex needs and a proactive, empathetic approach. Ongoing training is offered to help staff make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of complex needs is required.
• A nurturing, resilient, and proactive approach is essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and external professionals is key.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of needs across different age groups.
• Contribute to a highly supportive and nurturing environment.

Skills

Understanding of complex needs

Nurturing approach

Collaborative teamwork

Patience and empathy

Job description

Overview

Chelmsford | SEND School

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs? We are recruiting Teaching Assistants to join a complex SEND school in Chelmsford, supporting pupils with a range of needs across different age groups.

About the School

• A well-established SEND school based in Chelmsford
• Supports pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
• Operates across separate sites based on age groupings
• Highly supportive, inclusive, and nurturing environment

We’re Looking For

• Individuals with a strong understanding of complex needs
• A nurturing, resilient, and proactive approach
• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff and external professionals
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting young people with SEND

What We Offer

• A welcoming and inclusive school community
• Ongoing training and development tailored to SEND
• Opportunities to make a meaningful impact every day

Ready to be part of something truly special? Apply today to join a school where every achievement matters – and so do you.

If you are interested, please click on the apply button and contact Molly Farrelly on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1049.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don’t forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

The following statements are part of our standard terms: this is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise. Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (details available on our website). If the position involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Molly Farrelly

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1049