SEND Teaching Assistant 

Location: Basildon and surrounding areas, Essex
Pay: £95–£105 per day, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time and long-term opportunities
Start Date: Various start dates available

The right support can make a real difference.

Some children need extra help to access their learning. Others need someone who can build their confidence, understand their needs and help them feel settled enough to take part.

Parker Smith Inclusion specialises in SEND recruitment, connecting schools with people who want to make a positive difference to children and young people.

We're looking to hear from people interested in SEND Teaching Assistant and Learning Support Assistant opportunities across Basildon and the surrounding areas. Depending on the vacancy, you could be supporting pupils in a mainstream school with additional needs or working in a specialist SEND setting.

Whether you already have experience in education or are looking to take your first step into the sector, we'd love to hear from you.

About the role

Your day-to-day responsibilities will depend on the school and the pupils you support, but may include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support.

• Helping pupils access lessons and classroom activities.

• Supporting communication, learning and social development.

• Encouraging confidence, independence and engagement.

• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour.

• Following individual learning and support plans.

• Building positive relationships with pupils and school staff.

• Working alongside teachers and other professionals to help pupils progress.

Every pupil is different, so patience, flexibility and a willingness to adapt are important.

Who would suit these opportunities?

Previous school or SEND experience is beneficial, although requirements will vary between roles.

Your background might include:

• Teaching or Learning Support Assistant work.

• Nursery or childcare.

• Youth work or mentoring.

• Care or support work.

• Sports coaching or other roles involving children and young people.

• Supporting individuals with autism, ADHD, SEMH or other additional needs.

We're looking for reliable, approachable people who genuinely want to help children succeed. Some specialist positions will require previous school-based SEND experience and may involve personal care or supporting pupils with complex needs.

We'll discuss your experience and the requirements of each role to help find a suitable match.

Why work with Parker Smith Inclusion?

We specialise exclusively in SEND recruitment, so we understand the different settings, support roles and skills needed across the sector.

• Transparent PAYE pay, with rates depending on the role.

• No umbrella companies or hidden umbrella deductions.

• Access to local temporary, long-term and permanent opportunities.

• Personalised support to find a suitable setting.

• CV advice and career guidance.

• Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant.

• More than 400 five-star Google reviews from educators.

Interested in working in SEND?

Whether you're looking for your next education role or considering a move into SEND, register your interest with Parker Smith Inclusion. We'll learn more about your experience, preferred setting and the opportunities that could suit you as vacancies become available.

Contact Danny at Parker Smith Inclusion

Phone: 0203 011 4848
Email: danny@psinclusion.co.uk

Not quite the right role? Apply to register your interest and we'll be in touch about other SEND opportunities.

Relevant keywords: SEND Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, SEN TA, Learning Support Assistant, LSA, Teaching Assistant, Special Educational Needs, Classroom Support, 1:1 Support, Autism, ASC, ADHD, SEMH, Behaviour Support, Complex Needs, Basildon, Essex.

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Application question: What interests you about working with children and young people with additional needs?