Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant – Make a Lasting Impact
Location: Colchester
Contract Type: Full-Time
Start Date: Immediately / September 2025
Salary: £90 - £120 per day
Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Colchester.
This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with pupils who require additional support, helping them to access the curriculum, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential in a nurturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with special educational needs, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and other learning difficulties
- Work alongside class teachers to adapt resources and learning activities to suit individual needs
- Assist with personal care and mobility where necessary
- Foster a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment
- Monitor and report on student progress to teaching and SEN staff
The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Have previous experience working with children with SEN, either in a school or care setting
- Be patient, understanding, and able to build strong, supportive relationships with pupils
- Be confident working as part of a team and independently when required
- Have good communication skills and a proactive, flexible approach to support
- Hold relevant qualifications or be willing to undertake training
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay rates
- A supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and advancement
- An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives
Applications are encouraged from:
- Sports Coaches
- Youth Workers
- SEN Support
- SEN Teaching Assistants
- Learning Support Assistants
- Support Workers
- Graduates
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch within 24 hours.