Teaching Assistant in Rayleigh, Essex

SEND Teaching Assistant
Rayleigh, Essex | Full-Time | January 2027

We are recruiting for a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic specialist school in Rayleigh, Essex.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs and wants a role where they can genuinely make a difference.

The role:

• Supporting pupils with a range of SEND and additional needs

• Working both 1:1 and within small groups

• Supporting pupils with their learning, communication and development

• Helping pupils to engage positively with lessons and school life

• Providing consistent and positive support throughout the school day

• Working closely with teachers, other TAs and the wider school team

• Full-time position starting January 2027

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children or young people with SEND

• Is patient, positive and able to build strong relationships

• Is confident supporting pupils with a range of individual needs

• Has a calm and consistent approach

• Is reliable, enthusiastic and enjoys being part of a team

Experience within a specialist school would be an advantage, but we are also interested in people from mainstream education, care, youth work or other SEND-related backgrounds who are looking to move into a specialist school.

If you are looking for a rewarding SEND role with a supportive school, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential conversation and further information.