L3 SEN TA - Leigh-on-Sea

L3 SEN Teaching Assistant Location:

Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, Essex

Job Type:

Contract/ temp to perm (£14.80 - £16.05/ hr dependant on experience)

Start date:

asap

Make a Difference Every Day

Inspire EHC is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our respected client, a specialist SEN school located in South Essex. The school supports children and young people with a range of additional needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)

About the School

Our client is a highly regarded specialist school committed to delivering personalised education and support for children aged 3 - 19 years with special educational needs. The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil is encouraged to achieve their full potential academically, socially and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff in delivering personalised learning programmes.
• Assist pupils with daily learning activities and promote independence.
• Implement learning strategies and interventions linked to individual Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plans.
• Encourage positive behaviour, engagement and participation in lessons.
• Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to the wider team.
• Support pupils' emotional wellbeing through consistent and structured approaches.
• Maintain a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and support professionals to deliver effective outcomes for pupils.

Requirements

• Previous experience working within an SEN environment.
• Experience supporting children with ASD, SEMH and/or MLD.
• A patient, resilient and empathetic approach.
• Strong relationship-building skills with pupils, colleagues and families.
• Effective behaviour management skills.
• Good organisational and communication abilities.
• The flexibility to adapt to changing situations and individual pupil needs.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Desirable

• Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification or equivalent.
• Additional SEN-related training or qualifications.

Safeguarding

Inspire EHC and our partner school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All successful applicants will be required to:

• Undertake an Enhanced DBS check.
• Provide at least two satisfactory professional references.
• Complete all necessary safeguarding and compliance checks.

Equal Opportunities

Inspire EHC is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applications are welcomed from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.