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SEN Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant

Location: Witham
Salary: £93–£120 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with additional learning needs, helping them overcome barriers to education and achieve their full potential. Working closely with teaching staff and other professionals, you will provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support, helping students develop academically, socially and emotionally.

We are particularly interested in hearing from individuals with hands-on SEN or SEMH experience who are confident supporting students with additional needs, managing challenging behaviour and creating a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

  • Support students with Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties and additional learning needs.

  • Implement positive behaviour management strategies, supporting students with emotional regulation and behavioural challenges.

  • Use a patient, empathetic and consistent approach when managing challenging behaviour, including de-escalation where necessary.

  • Build positive, trusting relationships with students, encouraging engagement, confidence and independence.

  • Adapt support to meet individual learning, social and emotional needs, including EHCP targets where appropriate.

  • Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to ensure students receive consistent support.

  • Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and an inclusive learning environment.

Experience and Skills Required:

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

  • Previous SEN or SEMH experience, ideally within a specialist school, alternative provision, mainstream SEN department or similar setting.

  • Experience supporting individuals with Autism, ADHD, ASC, behavioural difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs or other additional learning needs.

  • Confidence supporting challenging behaviour, using positive reinforcement, boundaries and appropriate de-escalation techniques.

  • Experience providing 1:1 support, small-group interventions or personalised learning assistance.

  • An understanding of trauma-informed approaches, emotional regulation and the importance of consistency when supporting vulnerable individuals.

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to remain calm, patient and resilient in challenging situations.

  • A genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers and reach their potential.

We would particularly welcome applications from: Experienced SEN Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, SEMH Support Workers, Behaviour Mentors, Autism Support Workers, Residential Support Workers and individuals with relevant experience supporting vulnerable young people.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive daily pay rates of £93–£120, depending on experience.

  • Access to our CPD training library, with over £8,000 worth of professional development courses.

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.

  • Opportunities to gain further experience across specialist SEN settings.

  • A supportive working environment where your contribution can make a genuine difference to young people's lives.

What Happens Next?

  • Upon application, one of our dedicated consultants will contact you to discuss your experience, suitability and what you are looking for.

  • You will receive full support throughout the registration, compliance and DBS processes.

  • We will create a tailored candidate profile that highlights your relevant SEN experience, skills and strengths.

  • We will work with our network of specialist schools to find the right opportunity for you.

Safeguarding: This role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including holding an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service or completing an application for a new check.

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