SEN Teaching Assistant - Witham 12-Week Temp to Perm 32.5 Hours per Week We're supporting a specialist SEN provision in
Witham
seeking a passionate and resilient
SEN Teaching Assistant
to join their team. You'll be working with pupils aged
4-19
who have
autism ,
complex learning difficulties, and are often
pre-vocal or early communicators. Many pupils require highly individualised support and may present
challenging behaviours. The Setting This highly specialised environment offers: Individualised, structured curriculums
tailored to each pupil's needs. Evidence-based approaches including
ABA ,
SALT ,
OT, and specialist teaching methods. A supportive, autism-specialist setting designed to help pupils develop
communication ,
self-regulation, and
life skills, promoting independence. The Role As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will: Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups. Implement personalised learning and behavioural plans. Encourage communication development and emotional regulation. Assist with life-skills learning and promote independence. Work collaboratively with teachers and therapists to ensure consistent, effective support. What We're Looking For Experience supporting children or young people with
autism
or
complex SEN
(desirable). Confidence managing
challenging behaviour. Patience, resilience, and a nurturing approach. A commitment to helping pupils achieve
happiness, independence, and respect -the core values of the provision. Contract Details 12-week temp-to-perm
arrangement 32.5 hours per week Excellent opportunity to progress into a permanent role within a highly specialist setting.
If interested, please reply with a copy of your most up to date CV and your availability for a call to discuss.