Contact Apex Education Recruitment
Apex Education Recruitment
SEN Teaching Assistant
Essex
Contact Apex Education Recruitment
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 7 days ago
- Salary
- 13.00 - 16.00 GBP Hourly
- Recruiter
- Apex Education Recruitment
- Closes
- 07 May 2026
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Freelance
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
SEN Teaching Assistant required to provide 1:1 support to a Year 4 student with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who may display traits of challenging behaviour. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SENCo to ensure the student is supported academically, socially and emotionally throughout the school day.
To start as soon as possible - Monday to Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm (Term time only)
SEN Teaching Assistant Responsibilities & Requirements:
Provide consistent 1:1 support tailored to the needs of a Year 4 pupil with ASDImplement strategies to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviourSupport with emotional regulation, communication and social interactionAdapt learning activities to ensure accessibility and engagementPromote independence, positive behaviour and confidenceTrack and report progress, behaviour patterns and any concernsMaintain a safe, structured and supportive learning environmentExperience supporting students 1:1 in a primary school settingUnderstanding of sensory needs and ASD friendly approachesKnowledge of positive behaviour support strategiesRelevant training such as Team Teach ideal but not essentialTeaching Assistant L2/L3, Care or SEND qualificationWe offer:
A full face-to-face interview to ascertain your skills, experience & understand the right role for youOver 300 training courses for all workersCompetitive Monthly pay with additional Holiday payOn going support from the schools & Apex team who are teachers with over 20 years school based recruitment experienceIf 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
Ad ID: 5418168407
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