SEND TA

Company: TeacherActive
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Location: Braintree
Job Description:

Job Title: SEND TA

Location: Mid Essex

Start Date: September

Salary: £19,118 per annum (pro rata), based on a full-time equivalent salary of £25,183

Overview

Are you passionate about supporting secondary school students both in the classroom? Do you have the confidence to engage and motivate young people to achieve their full potential? Do you hold Maths and English qualifications at Level 2 or GCSE equivalent? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming and supportive secondary school in MidEssex that is committed to providing an inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive. The school promotes high standards, positive behaviour, and a culture that encourages both academic achievement and participation in extracurricular activities, including sports.

Role

The school is looking to appoint a dedicated Learning Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant on a permanent, full-time basis from September. The successful Learning Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant will support students across the curriculum while also helping to deliver and promote sports activities, encouraging participation, teamwork, confidence, and positive engagement both inside and outside of the classroom.

Qualifications and experience

  • Maths and English at Level 2 or GCSE equivalent
  • Experience working with children or young people in an educational setting
  • Experience in SEND
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
  • Proactive, patient, and enthusiastic approach

Benefits

  • A permanent position within a supportive secondary school
  • Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training
  • A collaborative and welcoming staff team
  • Access to school wellbeing and support initiatives
  • Opportunity to make a genuine difference to students’ educational journeys through education and sport

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026