Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant (PMLD & Autism)

Aspire People; Romford; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Ongoing professional development

Long-term and permanent roles

Access to Aspire People network

Job summary

Aspire People Limited is recruiting compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join specialist schools on the Essex border and NE London. These roles involve supporting children with PMLD, autism, and SLCN, delivering engaging lessons and working 1:1 or in small groups.

Full training is provided, with a strong team and ongoing professional development. Roles offer daily pay and potential long-term opportunities within Aspire People’s network of educational professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND is desirable but not essential.
• A genuine passion for supporting pupils with complex needs.
• Good literacy and numeracy; relevant qualifications or a degree are a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with pupils, families and staff.
• A caring, patient, calm and resilient approach.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply for one).

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging, sensory and accessible lessons tailored to individual needs.
• Work 1:1 or with small groups to boost communication, independence and confidence.
• Assist with personal care, mobility and medical routines where required (PMLD settings).
• Use positive behaviour strategies to promote a calm, safe and structured environment.
• Help prepare visual supports, sensory resources and adapted materials.
• Work closely with families, therapists and other professionals.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Education

Relevant qualifications or a degree

Job description

Aspire People Limited is recruiting compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to join specialist schools on the Essex border and NE London. These roles involve supporting children with PMLD, autism, and SLCN, delivering engaging lessons and working 1:1 or in small groups.

Full training is provided, with a strong team and ongoing professional development. Roles offer daily pay and potential long-term opportunities within Aspire People’s network of educational professionals.