1:1 Teaching Assistant – Primary School – Southend Location: Southend-on-Sea, Essex Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only Agency: Vision for Education Vision for Education is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and experienced 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with special educational needs in a vibrant and inclusive primary school in Southend. This is a full-time role, offering a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on a child’s learning and development. The Role: Work closely with a pupil on a 1:1 basis to support their academic, emotional, and social development Collaborate with the class teacher, SENCO, and other professionals to deliver tailored learning and behaviour support Adapt lesson content and provide targeted interventions to help the pupil engage and progress Foster a nurturing and structured environment to promote positive learning outcomes Monitor the pupil’s progress and assist with documentation for support plans and reviews ✅ The Ideal Candidate: Has previous experience supporting children with SEN, ideally within a school setting Is calm, patient, and resilient, with a proactive and supportive approach Possesses excellent communication and behaviour management skills Understands the needs of children with additional learning, emotional or behavioural challenges Holds a relevant qualification (e.g. Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning – desirable but not essential) What Vision for Education Offers: Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE FREE access to expert-led CPD and safeguarding training Support from a dedicated consultant who understands your local area Long-term opportunities with potential for permanent roles Refer-a-friend bonus scheme Support. Encourage. Empower. Make a real difference to a child’s school experience with Vision for Education in Southend. To apply or find out more, contact Vision for Education at (url removed) or call (phone number removed). visionteacher