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SEND Teaching Assistant, RIBBONS AND REEVES
SEND Teaching Assistant (TA) – Secondary School (Southend)
About the School (Southend)
This Southend secondary school is proud of its warm, respectful culture and its commitment to helping every student achieve their personal best.
As a SEND TA, you will benefit from:
- Strong Pastoral & Wellbeing Support – A safe, calm, and supportive environment where students and staff feel valued.
- High Expectations & Clear Behaviour Systems – Consistent routines that allow a SEND TA to focus on meaningful support rather than behaviour management.
- Inclusive Values & Community Ethos – Core values of respect, responsibility, and resilience enable meaningful impact.
- Broad Curriculum & Enrichment – A rich co-curricular offer and strong community links, creating a vibrant, ambitious school community.
- Professional Growth – Staff are encouraged to develop, reflect, and progress, making this an ideal environment for a SEND TA looking for a long-term career in education.
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The Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEND.
- Adapt resources and scaffold learning to ensure accessibility.
- Work closely with the SENCO and wider support team.
- Build strong, positive relationships with students.
- Support behaviour, engagement, and confidence in the classroom.
- Contribute to the wider school community and uphold its values.
This role requires someone who is calm, patient, proactive, and able to adapt quickly to changing needs. Previous experience in a SEND TA role or similar support capacity is essential.
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The Ideal SEND TA
The school is looking for a SEND TA who is:
- Versatile, flexible, and adaptable in a fast-paced secondary environment.
- An excellent communicator who builds trust with both students and staff.
- Experienced in supporting young people with SEND – (previous experience is a must).
- Reflective, motivated, and eager to develop professionally.
- A team player who contributes positively to school life.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your education career as a SEND TA in Southend, apply with your updated CV today.
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