SEN - Sen Teaching Assistant

Join Reed in Witham as a SEN Teaching Assistant in a specialist SEND school supporting pupils aged 4–19 with autism and complex learning needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to build a long-term career in Education & Childcare in Essex, making a real difference every day. With term-time working and a supportive setting, you’ll help learners thrive in a calm, structured environment.

Key Responsibilities
- Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with autism and additional needs
- Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging, differentiated learning activities
- Support communication, sensory regulation and positive behaviour strategies
- Help implement EHCP targets and contribute to progress observations and records
- Promote independence, social skills and wellbeing throughout the school day

What You'll Need
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEND (school, care or community settings)
- A patient, proactive approach and confidence working with autism and complex needs
- Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a willingness to learn specialist strategies
- Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain) and a commitment to safeguarding

Why Apply
Competitive pay (£14.24–£15 per hour), term-time hours (32.5 per week), and the chance to grow your SEND skills with a forward-thinking provision in Witham, Essex.