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SEN Teaching Assistant
Job in
Colchester, Essex County, CO1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-06-24
Listing for:
Prospero Teaching
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-24
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Elementary School, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Colchester
- September Start
Prospero Teaching are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a warm, supportive primary school in Colchester, starting September. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting pupils with special educational needs and looking to develop their skills within a nurturing school environment that offers strong mentorship and ongoing professional development.
The school is looking for a committed practitioner with effective behaviour management skills, strong communication abilities, and proven experience supporting children with SEN across the primary age range.
📌 CONTRACT DETAILS
Location - Colchester
Position - SEN Teaching Assistant
Type of work - Classroom & 1:1 SEN support
Start date - September
Duration - Ongoing / Long‑term
Full time/part‑time - Full time
Rate of pay - £90-£120 per day (depending on experience)
Hours - 08:30am - 15:45pm
📚 EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
SEN experience is essential (ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech & language, or other additional needs)
Experience supporting children in a UK primary school (placements accepted)
Relevant TA or SEN‑specific training desirable
Up‑to‑date Safeguarding training issued within the last year (desirable)
✔️ TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one
Provide two professional child‑related references
💼 OTHER INFORMATION
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with an up‑to‑date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching.
🎓 WHAT PROSPERO TEACHING CAN OFFER YOU
Free, accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
Access to an in‑house Training & Development Team
Refer a Friend Scheme - earn £150 when you refer a suitable candidate
Additional Information / Benefits
Depending on experience
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