Senior Teaching Assistant – SEND & Learning Support

Think Education Partners Limited; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Pension scheme

Free meals during term time

Wellbeing support

Job summary

A highly regarded independent school in South Essex is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join its Learning Support Department.

You will support pupils across Key Stages 3 to 5, deliver targeted interventions, and help with personalised learning programmes in a well-resourced, supportive environment. The role involves collaboration with teachers, parents and support staff to remove barriers to learning.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or working towards it.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND.
• Strong literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy and professionalism.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support to students across a range of subjects.
• Deliver targeted interventions to individuals and small groups.
• Support students with specific learning difficulties and additional educational needs.
• Assist with the planning and delivery of personalised learning programmes.
• Promote student confidence, independence and engagement.
• Monitor progress and maintain records.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents and support staff to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school.

Skills

HLTA qualification

SEND support

Literacy & numeracy

Patience & empathy

Education

HLTA qualification or working towards it

Job description

A highly regarded independent school in South Essex is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join its Learning Support Department.

You will support pupils across Key Stages 3 to 5, deliver targeted interventions, and help with personalised learning programmes in a well-resourced, supportive environment. The role involves collaboration with teachers, parents and support staff to remove barriers to learning.