Teaching Assistant (SEN)

Remedy Education; Chipping Ongar; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Education is assisting an SEN school in Ongar to recruit a patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in both primary and secondary settings. You will work 1:1 and in small groups with children who have a range of needs, helping to create a calm, structured learning environment.

The role starts ASAP, is full-time and long-term with potential permanent opportunities. You will need experience with SEN, a calm and resilient approach, and be comfortable supporting

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, ASD, ADHD or complex needs.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Confident supporting non-verbal or limited communication pupils.
• Willing to support personal care where needed.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support across primary and secondary classes.
• Supporting communication, emotional regulation and engagement in learning.
• Following EHCP targets and individual support plans.
• Assisting with personal care where required.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals.
• Helping maintain a calm, structured and positive learning environment.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social development.

Skills

Patience

Calm demeanor

Resilience

Team player

Education

Enhanced DBS Update Service (or willingness to obtain)

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Ongar

Primary & Secondary or SEN School Full-Time Long-Term Part-Time
Start: ASAP Start

Are you a patient, caring and committed SEN Teaching Assistant looking to start a new role as soon as possible where you can genuinely make a difference?

We are working with a well‑resourced and highly supportive SEN schools in Ongar that caters for both primary and secondary‑aged pupils. They are looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their specialist provision as soon as possible. This person will work in small groups or 1:1 with children who have a range of needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school where pupil wellbeing, personalised support and long-term development are at the heart of everything they do.

About the School

The school supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including:

• Autism (ASC)
• ADHD
• Speech and Language needs
• Sensory processing difficulties
• Global developmental delay
• Complex learning needs
• And many more

Students benefit from structured routines, tailored learning programmes and a nurturing, consistent environment that supports both learning and personal development.

The Role

• Providing 1:1 and small group support across primary and secondary classes
• Supporting communication, emotional regulation and engagement in learning
• Following EHCP targets and individual support plans
• Assisting with personal care where required
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals
• Helping maintain a calm, structured and positive learning environment
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social development

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, ASD, ADHD or complex needs
• Calm, patient and resilient approach
• Comfortable working across both primary and secondary age groups
• Confident supporting non-verbal or limited communication pupils
• Willing to support personal care where needed
• Strong team player with a proactive attitude
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Both experienced SEN Teaching Assistants and strong mainstream TAs looking to move into a specialist setting are encouraged to apply.

What's on Offer

• Competitive daily pay (paid weekly)
• Full-time, long-term role starting ASAP
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• A genuinely rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact

If you're looking for a role where your support truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.