SEND Teaching Assistant – Clacton On Sea
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? We are currently seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to join supportive schools across the Clacton/Tendring area. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students by helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.
Location: Clacton/Tendring
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: September opportunities
About the Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and other learning difficulties. Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff, you will help create a positive and inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide tailored 1:1 support and small group interventions for students with SEND.
- Assist pupils in accessing the curriculum and engaging in classroom activities.
- Support students with their academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development.
- Implement individual learning plans and strategies set by teaching staff and SEN professionals.
- Encourage independence, confidence, and positive learning behaviours.
- Support classroom management and help maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.
- Build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents/carers where appropriate.
- Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers and support staff.
- Assist with personal care needs where required, depending on the setting.
Requirements
- Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND is highly desirable.
- A genuine passion for supporting students with additional needs and helping them succeed.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, resilience, and a positive attitude.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team while also using your own initiative.
- Relevant qualifications, training, or experience in education, childcare, health and social care, psychology, or a related field are advantageous but not essential.
- An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
What We Offer
- Competitive daily rates of pay.
- Flexible opportunities with the potential for permanent employment.
- Valuable hands-on experience within SEND and educational settings.
- Ongoing professional development, training, and career progression opportunities.
- Dedicated support from an experienced recruitment and compliance team.
- The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the educational journey and wellbeing of young people.
If you are a caring and motivated individual looking for a rewarding role in education, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in making a real difference in students' lives.
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Job Types: Temp to perm, Permanent
Pay: £84.50-£100.00 per day
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have a DBS on the update service?
- Do you drive?
- Do you have experience working with SEN
Work Location: In person
