SEND Teaching Assistant
Chalk Education is recruiting on behalf of a specialist provision in Leicestershire for a dedicated and compassionate Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) Teaching Assistant. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with additional needs in a nurturing and structured environment.
About the Role:
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to support pupils with a range of needs, including autism, communication difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges. You will play a key role in helping students access learning, build confidence, and develop essential life skills.
The school offers a welcoming and well-resourced environment, along with excellent SEND training, including strategies for supporting children with challenging behaviours. With strong transport links and convenient local amenities, it provides an accessible and supportive setting for both students and staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual learning needs
- Assist in the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
- Support pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour management
- Encourage independence and positive engagement in lessons
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
- Commitment to safeguarding
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience working with children or young people with SEND
- A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A proactive and flexible attitude
- A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
What Chalk Education offers:
- Competitive daily rates
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- Access to training and professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students’ lives
This role is ideal for individuals considering a career in education, psychology, or support work, as well as experienced SEND professionals seeking a new challenge.
*Please note all pay is inclusive of Holiday Pay
For more information, please contact Vicky on 07961 672 574.
About Chalk
· At Chalk our direction, and long-term target, is to be the top specialist education agency out there, providing bespoke staffing solutions to schools and education provisions across the UK. We aim to offer a personal solution to all of our candidates, listening to your individual needs and taking into account your special requirements.
· Chalk is made up of a team of experienced education recruiters who all share the same goal – to build solid, long-term relationships with schools, teachers and support staff alike. We recruit SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) staff for both mainstream schools, Special Needs Schools and alternative provisions, filling short-term, long-term and permanent vacancies.
The Legal Bit
· Chalk is an education recruitment agency committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. Chalk promotes equal opportunities and diversity for employees, workers, and applicants. We follow new GDPR laws to ensure the protection and privacy of your data.
Safeguarding Statement:
Chalk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Apply Today
If you are enthusiastic about supporting young people with additional needs and want to be part of a supportive and rewarding environment, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: £93.00-£110.00 per day
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
