Job Description:

SEN Teaching Assistant

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Teaching Assistant SEN to join a supportive and welcoming special school in Upminster. We are looking for a passionate Teaching Assistant SEN who is committed to helping children and young people with special educational needs achieve their full potential.

This specialist setting in Upminster provides high-quality support for pupils with a range of additional learning, communication, and developmental needs. As a Teaching Assistant SEN, you will work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver tailored support that enables pupils to thrive both academically and socially.

The Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with a range of special educational needs within the classroom.
• Assist with the delivery of learning activities and interventions.
• Encourage pupil engagement, independence, and confidence.
• Work alongside teachers and other professionals to support individual learning plans.
• Help create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils with communication, social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Contribute to the school's commitment to outstanding education and training.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN is advantageous.
• A caring, patient, and proactive approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to supporting high-quality education and training outcomes.

Why Join Us?

This special school in Upminster offers a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of pupils with additional needs. The successful Teaching Assistant SEN will join a collaborative team that values professional development, inclusion, and excellence in education and training.

If you are an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in Upminster, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills within a specialist setting while supporting pupils to achieve success.

Apply today to become a Teaching Assistant SEN in Upminster and help transform the educational experiences of young people in a thriving special school.