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A vibrant and inclusive secondary school in Upminster is looking for an empathetic and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team. This full-time, long-term role involves working closely with secondary-aged students who require extra tailored support to thrive academically and socially. For the right candidate, this position offers a clear pathway to a permanent contract.
Whether your background is directly in schools, or you have strong transferable experience mentoring youth or working in care, your skills are highly valued here.
Your Role And Responsibilities
- Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group interventions for students with special educational needs (such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties).
- Assist classroom teachers in adapting lesson materials to ensure all students can access the curriculum.
- Support the social, emotional, and behavioural development of pupils, helping them build independent learning skills.
- Collaborate closely with the school SENDCo to track progress and implement individual education plans.
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Who We Are Looking For
To be considered for this role, you must have prior experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals. We are highly interested in candidates with experience as a:
- SEN Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant
- School Support Worker / Cover Supervisor
- Youth Worker / Community Mentor
- Support Worker / Care Assistant (eager to transition into an educational setting)
The ideal candidate will be patient, highly adaptable, and genuinely committed to helping students overcome barriers to learning.
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The Benefits
- Competitive, Escalating Pay: Earn GBP95 per day, which automatically increases to GBP110 per day after 12 weeks in line with Agency Workers Regulations (AWR).
- Career Progression: Enjoy the security of a long-term, full-time position with the genuine opportunity to transition onto a permanent school contract.
- Fantastic Environment: Work within a supportive, forward-thinking secondary school team with excellent transport links in Upminster.
Interested in this role?
If you have the required experience and are ready for a rewarding new chapter this September, please apply today
All candidates will be subject to a thorough vetting process, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory referencing.
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