Job Description:

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant for a welcoming and inclusive primary school in the Romford area to support a small group of Reception and Year 1 children with Autism and Complex Needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them develop academically, socially, and emotionally within a nurturing and structured learning environment.

Key Responsibilities and Qualification

• Provide tailored support to a small group of Reception and Year 1 children with ASD and Complex Needs.
• Support children's communication, interaction, emotional regulation, and independence skills.
• Support personal care needs where required.
• Use visual timetables, sensory strategies, and structured routines to support engagement and transitions throughout the day.
• Promote positive behaviour and create a safe, calm, and nurturing learning environment
• A patient, nurturing, and proactive approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, Care, SEND or Psychology qualification.

We offer:

• A full face-to-face interview to ascertain your skills, experience & understand the right role for you
• Over 300 training courses for all workers
• Competitive Monthly pay with additional Holiday pay
• On going support from the schools & Apex team who are teachers with over 20 years school based recruitment experience

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