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Teaching Assistant - SEN

Job in Essex, Essex County, England, UK
Listing for: Apex Education Recruitment
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-01
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Child Development/Support, Early Childhood Education, Preschool / Daycare
  • Child Care/Nanny
    Child Development/Support, Preschool / Daycare
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40000 - 60000 GBP Yearly GBP 40000.00 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

SEN Teaching Assistant required to support two students on a 1‑1 basis with ASD and SEMH.

For the role as a SEN Teaching Assistant you will be required to work with one student in the morning and another student during the afternoon, both within the classroom and during learning activities outside the classroom.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting engagement, emotional regulation and positive behaviour, enabling both students to access their learning with progression.

To start as soon as possible, Monday to Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm (Term time only).

SEN Teaching Assistant responsibilities:
  • Providing 1:1 tailored support for the students with ASD/SEMH needs.
  • Supporting learning and development in the classroom and activities outside the classroom.
  • Helping the students to regulate emotions, manage behaviour and engage positively with their learning and development.
  • Supporting social communication, independence and confidence.
  • Working closely with the class teacher and SENCo.
  • Has experience working with children that have ASD and SEMH.
  • To have an understanding of the importance of structure, routine and clear boundaries.
  • Happy to assist with personal care if needed.
  • Teaching Assistant L2/L3, Care or SEND qualification.

If you are interested in our SEN Teaching Assistant role, please call us for a discussion or apply with your CV and a covering letter.

This post is subject to a face‑to‑face interview, vetting checks including enhanced DBS and full compliance for working with children.

We aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all.

We adhere to 'Safer Recruitment of Children' guidance and all staff are fully trained.

Apex Education Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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