Job Description:

Salary: £21,600-£25,200 per annum
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Upminster, Essex
Start Date: ASAP / September Start Available

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive specialist educational setting in Upminster. The successful candidate will work closely with students who have a range of special educational needs, helping them to access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their individual goals.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about making a positive impact on young people's lives and who is committed to supporting students with additional learning, communication, social, emotional, or behavioural needs.

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with special educational needs.
• Assist teachers in planning and delivering engaging, differentiated learning activities.
• Support students in developing communication, social interaction, and independence skills.
• Implement strategies outlined in Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing within the classroom.
• Encourage participation in lessons and wider school activities.
• Assist with monitoring, recording, and reporting on pupil progress.
• Support personal care needs where required.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents/carers, and staff members.

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN is desirable.
• Understanding of needs such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Speech and Language Difficulties, or Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, health and social care, or psychology are advantageous but not essential.

• Competitive salary.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to gain valuable specialist SEN experience.
• Potential for career progression within education and special needs support.