SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Bury St Edmunds Pay: £88 per day (PAYE) Start Date: ASAP Job Type: Full-Time We are recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Bury St Edmunds supporting pupils with Autism (ASD), complex needs and communication difficulties. The school has small class sizes (typically 6–8 pupils), high staff ratios and a strong focus on structure, routine and individual support. There are sensory rooms, outdoor learning spaces and a supportive leadership team. The Role Supporting pupils with SEND in class Assisting with communication and emotional regulation Following EHCP targets and structured routines Working closely with teachers and therapists Requirements Experience with SEND, care, youth work or similar (professional or personal) Calm, patient and resilient approach Strong communication skills Team player with a positive attitude Enhanced DBS required. If you’re passionate about supporting children with additional needs, apply now. Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.