Teaching Assistant – SEND Support & CPD Opportunities

Vision for Education Ltd; Braintree; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

CPD opportunities

Dedicated consultant

School opportunities in Braintree

Job summary

Vision for Education are recruiting a caring, enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Braintree from September 2026. You will work with the class teacher to support pupils academically and personally, providing one-to-one and small-group support, and helping children with SEND.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about children’s education, patient, and approachable, with the ability to build positive relationships and adapt to individual needs.

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting children's education and development.
• Caring, patient and approachable.
• Confident building positive relationships with children.
• Understanding and supportive of children with SEND.
• Reliable, proactive and adaptable.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong communicator with a positive attitude.
• Experienced in working with children in a school, childcare, SEND, or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons and activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils.
• Support children with SEND and additional learning needs.
• Help pupils develop their confidence, independence and learning skills.
• Assist with classroom management and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Encourage pupils to participate fully in classroom activities.
• Work closely with teachers and support staff to meet individual needs.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for all children.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Flexibility

Calm approach

Teamwork

Strong communicator

SEND awareness

Job description

Vision for Education are recruiting a caring, enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Braintree from September 2026. You will work with the class teacher to support pupils academically and personally, providing one-to-one and small-group support, and helping children with SEND.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about children’s education, patient, and approachable, with the ability to build positive relationships and adapt to individual needs.