Teaching Assistant. Job in Leigh-on-sea Education & Training Jobs

GSL Education - Chelmsford; Leigh on Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Leigh-on-Sea is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support children with identified learning needs, including Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will work alongside experienced practitioners, implementing personalized learning plans to foster student success. Competitive pay rates and development opportunities are offered, making this a fulfilling role in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Opportunities for continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, especially in providing 1:1 support to students with SEN is advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Patience, adaptability, and a genuine passion for supporting individual student success are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with teachers and SENCOs to understand the specific needs of the student.
• Implement and adapt educational plans to support the student's individual learning requirements.
• Provide one-on-one assistance to the student during classroom activities.
• Foster positive relationships with the student, promoting their well-being.
• Assist in the implementation of behaviour management strategies.
• Collaborate with parents and other professionals for holistic support.
• Support the positive and inclusive atmosphere of the school.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Patience

Adaptability

Genuine passion for supporting students

Initiative

Job description

GSL are looking for enthusiastic Teaching Assistants (TA's) to support children with identified learning needs including SEN (Special Educational Needs) and SEMH needs (Social Emotional & Mental Health) in an Ofsted rated "Outstanding" School on a 1:1 and group basis. You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced practitioners to support students to thrive and achieve their potential in an academic and personal sense.

If you are an experienced TA, a Graduate, a Support Worker, a Sports Coach or someone with a positive attitude who is looking to start their career in Education, we want to hear from you.

You will have opportunities for development and to support pupils in the classroom, in 1:1 and group interventions and in extra curricular/ enrichment activities including Forest School, Sports and School Trips.

As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in providing dedicated support to a specific student with special educational needs or those who need extra guidance. Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals, you will be instrumental in creating and implementing a personalised learning plan that addresses the unique requirements of the student.

Position Details

Position: Teaching Assistant
Location: Leigh-on-Sea
Salary Scale: £85-£115
Contract Type: Full-time

Learning Support Assistant - SEN - 1:1 - Teaching Assistant - TA - Education and Training -

Responsibilities

• As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant you will work closely with teachers and SENCOs to understand the specific needs of the student.
• Implement and adapt educational plans to support the student's individual learning requirements.
• Provide one-on-one assistance to the student during classroom activities and lessons.
• Foster positive relationships with the student, promoting their well‑being and engagement.
• Assist in the implementation of behaviour management strategies tailored to the student's needs.
• Collaborate with parents and other professionals to ensure a holistic support system.
• Support the overall positive and inclusive atmosphere of the school.

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, especially in providing 1:1 support to students with SEN is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, adaptability, and a genuine passion for supporting individual student success.
• Initiative and a willingness to collaborate with the teaching team.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advancement
• An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service. If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch within 24 hours.