Job Description
Teaching Assistant - SEN
Location: Harlow, EssexStart Date: SeptemberContract: Full-timeSalary: £1,800 - £2,200 per month
About the Role
Veritas Education is working with a welcoming and inclusive school in Harlow to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a September start.
This is a full-time 1:1 role, supporting a Reception pupil with mild to high SEN needs who is new to the school. You will play a key role in helping the pupil settle into school life, build confidence, and access learning in a supportive and structured environment.
This opportunity is ideal for someone with SEN experience or a graduate looking to gain valuable school-based experience.
About the School
The school has a strong inclusive ethos and a supportive staff team. Staff work closely together to create a nurturing, engaging, and structured environment where all pupils are supported to succeed.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with SEN
* Support academic, social, and emotional development
* Assist with classroom activities and adapt learning where needed
* Help manage behaviour and promote positive engagement
* Work closely with the class teacher and SEN team
Requirements
Essential
* GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above)
* Experience working with children or in an SEN setting
Desirable
* SEN experience (ASD, ADHD, speech & language)
* Degree or strong interest in education/psychology
How to Apply
If you're a passionate Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Veritas Education on .
If you want, I can also tweak wording slightly for Essex roles (they sometimes attract a different candidate pool vs inner London).
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
* All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
* Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
* You must have legal right to work in the UK
* You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'