Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment Ltd; Essex; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education seeks a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 4-19 with complex needs in Essex across Basildon, Chelmsford, Brentwood, Harlow, Colchester and surrounding areas.

The role runs full-time during term time, offering daily pay of £90-£120, and involves 1:1 and small-group support, personalised learning programmes, and close collaboration with teachers and therapists.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SLD and/or PMLD (desirable but not essential).
• Patient, calm, and proactive approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Manual handling, personal care, or sensory support experience (preferred).
• Ideal for aspiring SEN Teachers, Educational Psychologists, Therapists, or Health & Social Care professionals.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of SEN including SLD, PMLD, SEMH and other needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual needs.
• Assist with personalised learning programmes, care plans and sensory activities.
• Support communication, engagement and emotional regulation.
• Work with teachers, therapists and staff to maintain a safe, structured environment.
• Build positive relationships to promote confidence, independence and wellbeing.

Job description

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Pay: £90-£120 per day (DOE)
Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:00pm
Full-time Term Time Only
Essex (Basildon, Chelmsford, Brentwood, Harlow, Colchester & Surrounding Areas)

Trials are starting in September!

We’re looking for a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 4-19 with a range of special educational needs, including SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties) and PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties), alongside associated social, emotional, and learning needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about inclusive education and helping young people with complex needs reach their full potential.

Special Needs Teaching Assistant Role

• Supporting pupils with a range of SEN, including SLD, PMLD, SEMH, and additional learning needs
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual needs and abilities
• Assisting with personalised learning programmes, care plans, and sensory-based activities
• Supporting communication, engagement, and emotional regulation
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment
• Building positive, trusting relationships to promote confidence, independence, and wellbeing

Special Needs Teaching Assistant Requirements

• A genuine interest in supporting children and young people with complex learning needs
• A patient, calm, and proactive approach
• Experience supporting pupils with SLD and/or PMLD (desirable but not essential)
• Manual handling, personal care, or sensory support experience (preferred)
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN (desirable)
• Ideal for aspiring SEN Teachers, Educational Psychologists, Therapists, or Health & Social Care professionals

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'