SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary Schools

Location: Thurrock, Essex
Employer: Vision for Education
Pay: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible Supply
Start Date: Immediate / Ongoing Opportunities

Make a Difference Every Day – Join Vision for Education!

Are you a caring, patient and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs?

Vision for Education is recruiting dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools in Thurrock, including Grays, Tilbury, Stanford-le-Hope, South Ockendon and surrounding areas.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in children's lives, helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, build confidence and develop the skills they need to thrive.

Whether you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or have transferable experience from childcare, care work, youth work or similar settings, we would love to hear from you!

The Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers, SENCOs and the wider school team to provide tailored support to pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Depending on the school and the individual pupil's needs, you may provide dedicated 1:1 support, work with small groups or assist with learning across the classroom.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to primary-aged pupils with SEN.

• Supporting children with additional needs, including autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, learning difficulties and social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), where relevant.

• Helping pupils access the curriculum through adapted learning activities and resources.

• Supporting emotional regulation, positive behaviour and engagement in learning.

• Encouraging independence, confidence and social development.

• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils and school staff.

• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals.

• Creating a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

• Following individual support plans and promoting safeguarding at all times.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping children succeed and understand that every pupil has different needs.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience supporting children with SEN or additional needs, ideally within a primary school.

• A patient, calm and nurturing approach.

• The ability to build positive relationships with children and staff.

• Confidence supporting learning, behaviour and emotional development.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• A flexible, proactive and positive attitude.

• A genuine commitment to inclusive education and pupil wellbeing.

Relevant Teaching Assistant, childcare, SEND or care qualifications are desirable but not essential where suitable experience can be demonstrated.

If you have the right attitude, a passion for working with children and a willingness to learn, we encourage you to apply!

Why Work with Vision for Education?

At Vision for Education, we understand the important role Teaching Assistants play in helping children achieve their potential. We are committed to supporting you throughout your education career and matching you with opportunities that suit your skills and ambitions.

As part of our team, you can benefit from:

• Competitive daily pay, paid weekly via PAYE.

• FREE CPD and training opportunities to develop your skills.

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

• Flexible supply and long-term opportunities across local primary schools.

• Pension contributions, subject to eligibility.

• Refer-a-friend incentives, subject to scheme terms.

• Opportunities to gain valuable experience and develop your career in education.

Whether you are looking for flexible supply work, a full-time position or a long-term placement, we will work with you to find an opportunity that suits your circumstances.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want a rewarding role where every day brings an opportunity to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Join Vision for Education and help children across Thurrock develop the confidence, independence and skills they need to succeed.

Apply today and take the next step in your education career!

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