Opportunities for SEN TA/LSA in Essex
Job description
SEN TA & Teachers – SEN Schools in Essex
Location: Essex & Surrounding Areas
Contract: Flexible – Long-Term & Short-Term Opportunities
Hours: Full-Time Roles Available
About the Role
We are currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants (TAs) and Teachers (Qualified & Unqualified) to support specialist SEN schools across Essex and surrounding areas.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within supportive, small-class environments, helping children and young people develop academically, socially, and emotionally while making a meaningful difference to their lives.
Key Responsibilities
SEN Teaching Assistants/ LSA
- Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
- Assist with learning activities and classroom engagement
- Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
- Support communication, social skills, and independence
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff
- Follow EHCP targets and individual learning plans
Teachers
- Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons
- Support pupils with a range of SEN needs
- Monitor progress and maintain accurate records
- Create an inclusive and positive learning environment
- Work closely with parents, carers, and external professionals
- Contribute to the wider life of the school
What We're Looking For
We welcome applications from individuals who are:
- Passionate about working with children and young people with SEN
- Patient, resilient, and empathetic
- Strong communicators with a positive attitude
- Able to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues
- Adaptable and confident supporting diverse learning needs
- Experienced in education, care, youth work, support work, or SEN settings (desirable)
What We Offer
- Competitive pay rates, paid weekly
- Full-time and part-time opportunities
- Flexible long-term and short-term assignments
- Access to specialist SEN training and CPD
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- Opportunities across a variety of SEN settings
- The chance to make a genuine impact on young people's lives
Apply Today
If you're looking for your next opportunity as an SEN Teaching Assistant or Teacher in Essex, we'd love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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