SEND Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers; Henley-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant is sought to join a supportive team. This role involves providing tailored support to children with special educational needs in a nurturing environment, promoting an inclusive culture while closely working with teaching staff and professionals.

Benefits

Access to exclusive deals including discounted shopping and gym memberships

Comprehensive well-being services available

Referral bonuses available

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND in education or care settings is important.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEND.
• Assist in the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Monitor and record pupils’ progress and behaviour.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Empathy

Flexibility

Education

Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and dynamic team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities in a nurturing and inclusive educational setting. Beginning September 2025.

Duties as a SEND Teaching Assistant:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEND

• Assist in the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)

• Adapt learning resources to meet individual needs

• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals

• Monitor and record pupils’ progress and behaviour

• Promote a positive and inclusive classroom culture

Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant:

• Experience working with children with SEND (in education or care settings)

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills as a SEND Teaching Assistant.

• A patient, empathetic, and flexible approach

• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures

• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent) – desirable but not essential

Why Class Act?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Class Act, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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