SEND Teaching Assistant

Long Term Futures Ltd; Harlow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payments

Consultant support

CPD and safeguarding training

Potential permanent position

Job summary

Long Term Futures is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to support SEND pupils across Key Stages 1 and 2 at a primary school in Roydon, Harlow. This is a full-time position with a long-term temporary contract and potential to become permanent. Pay ranges from £108.68 to £115 per day and the start date is ASAP.

Commutable from Harlow, Epping, Hoddesdon, Broxbourne, Sawbridgeworth and surrounding areas. You will provide one-to-one, small-group and classroom support, adapt your approach to teacher

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people in an educational, SEND or closely related setting.
• A patient, adaptable and consistent approach to supporting pupils with differing needs.
• Confidence working both individually with pupils and as part of a wider classroom team.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to follow guidance from teaching and support staff.
• Ability to build appropriate professional relationships with primary-aged pupils.
• Availability for full-time work, Monday to Friday.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to complete a new Enhanced DBS check.
• Candidates with transferable experience involving children, young people or individuals requiring additional support may also be considered where their skills are relevant to the role.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of SEND needs across Key Stages 1 and 2.
• Provide a mixture of one-to-one, small-group and general classroom support.
• Help pupils access lessons and activities by adapting your support in line with teacher guidance.
• Encourage engagement, confidence and increasing independence in learning.
• Build positive and professional relationships with pupils, helping them feel supported within the school environment.
• Work closely with class teachers and other support staff to maintain a consistent approach.
• Observe pupil engagement and progress, sharing relevant feedback with teaching staff.
• Help prepare and organise appropriate classroom activities and learning resources where required.
• Promote positive behaviour and reinforce clear classroom expectations.
• Follow the school's safeguarding procedures and report any concerns appropriately.

Skills

SEND experience

Job description

Key Stage 1 & 2 SEND Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Location: Roydon, Harlow, CM19

Pay: £108.68 - £115 per day

Contract Type: Full-time, Monday to Friday, long-term temporary with potential to become permanent for the right person

Start Date: ASAP

Commutable from: Harlow, Epping, Hoddesdon, Broxbourne, Sawbridgeworth and surrounding areas

Long Term Futures is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) across Key Stages 1 and 2 at a primary school in Roydon, Harlow. This is a full-time position for someone who can provide consistent, practical support within the classroom and help pupils engage positively with their learning.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of SEND needs across Key Stages 1 and 2.
• Provide a mixture of one-to-one, small-group and general classroom support.
• Help pupils access lessons and activities by adapting your support in line with teacher guidance.
• Encourage engagement, confidence and increasing independence in learning.
• Build positive and professional relationships with pupils, helping them feel supported within the school environment.
• Work closely with class teachers and other support staff to maintain a consistent approach.
• Observe pupil engagement and progress, sharing relevant feedback with teaching staff.
• Help prepare and organise appropriate classroom activities and learning resources where required.
• Promote positive behaviour and reinforce clear classroom expectations.
• Follow the school's safeguarding procedures and report any concerns appropriately.

Essential Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children or young people in an educational, SEND or closely related setting.
• A patient, adaptable and consistent approach to supporting pupils with differing needs.
• Confidence working both individually with pupils and as part of a wider classroom team.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to follow guidance from teaching and support staff.
• Ability to build appropriate professional relationships with primary-aged pupils.
• Availability for full-time work, Monday to Friday.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to complete a new Enhanced DBS check.
• Candidates with transferable experience involving children, young people or individuals requiring additional support may also be considered where their skills are relevant to the role.

What Long Term Futures Offers

• £108.68 - £115 per day.
• Weekly payments.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and safeguarding training.
• Support and guidance with the registration and compliance process.
• Potential to move into a permanent position for the right candidate.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references