Job Description:

Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant – SEN Schools

📍 Southend-on-Sea & Leigh-on-Sea, Essex
📅 Immediate Starts Available
🕒 Long-Term, Temp-to-Perm & Daily Supply Opportunities

We are currently recruiting passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistants / Learning Support Assistants to work across a group of specialist SEN schools within Southend and the surrounding areas.

These schools support children and young people with a range of additional needs including:

• Severe & Moderate Learning Difficulties (SLD/MLD)
• Profound & Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD)
• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• SEMH needs
• Speech & Language barriers
• Non-verbal communication needs
• Personal care and self-care support requirements

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant / LSA, you will:

• Support pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Help create a safe, engaging and positive learning environment
• Build strong relationships with students and staff
• Support students with communication, emotional regulation and learning activities
• Assist with personal care where required
• Encourage independence and confidence in students
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and SEN professionals

We Are Looking For Candidates Who:

• Have experience working with children or vulnerable adults (preferred but not essential)
• Are patient, proactive and resilient
• Can build positive rapport with students
• Are comfortable supporting SEN needs and behaviours
• Are flexible and available for either long-term placements or daily supply work
• Hold an enhanced DBS on the update service (or are willing to apply for one)

What We Offer

• Immediate starts available
• Flexible working options
• Long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities
• Competitive daily pay
• Supportive school environments
• Opportunities to gain valuable SEN experience
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

We are looking for educators who take a proactive approach, build strong rapport with students, and are passionate about making a genuine difference in young people’s lives. The schools offer supportive teams, structured environments, and rewarding opportunities to work with pupils who require specialist support.

Whether you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or looking to begin a rewarding career within education, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to secure work for the new term.