SEN Provision Teaching Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 23 April 2026
LOCATION
Chelmsford
TYPE
Temporary
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

SEN ASD ADHD SEMH behavioural challenges Teaching Assistant

FULL DESCRIPTION

SEN Provision Teaching Assistant

Posted 13th April

SEN

Chelmsford, Essex

Long-term (temporary)

£465 - £550 per week + PAYE + Holiday Pay

Job Description

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people?

We are seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants available to work on a long term basis within an Mainstream Primary School in a SEN Provision in Chelmsford.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Support pupils across primary with a range of age groups and learning abilities.
  • Work closely with pupils presenting ASD, ADHD, SEMH needs, additional learning needs and behavioural challenges.
  • Build positive, supportive relationships that encourage engagement in learning.
  • Assist with behaviour management strategies and create a safe, structured environment.
  • Support teachers in delivering lessons and provide one-to-one or small group interventions.

About You

Essential: Prior experience working within a PRU (Pupil Referral Unit), Alternative Provision, or similar setting.

Proven experience supporting pupils with SEN and behavioural difficulties.

A calm, resilient, and empathetic approach to supporting challenging behaviour.

Flexibility to adapt to different age groups and settings within the provision.

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