SEND Teaching Assistant – Full-time and part-time roles available from ASAP We are currently seeking compassionate and adaptable SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils with special educational needs across schools in Hayes and the surrounding areas. These flexible opportunities are ideal for individuals looking to start their career in education, and while no formal experience is required, exposure to autism is considered an advantage. Duties as SEND Teaching Assistant: Support pupils with a range of special educational needs including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health needs Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities Provide one-to-one and small group support Help pupils engage with the curriculum and develop independence Promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being Contribute to the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant: No formal experience required, but exposure to autism is an advantage A genuine interest in working with children and young people with SEND Strong communication and interpersonal skills Patience, empathy, and a proactive approach to supporting learning Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one Why Step Teachers? With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!