SEND Teaching Assistant Rayleigh, Essex | Full-Time | January 2027 We are recruiting for a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic specialist school in Rayleigh, Essex. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs and wants a role where they can genuinely make a difference. The role: * Supporting pupils with a range of SEND and additional needs * Working both 1:1 and within small groups * Supporting pupils with their learning, communication and development * Helping pupils to engage positively with lessons and school life * Providing consistent and positive support throughout the school day * Working closely with teachers, other TAs and the wider school team * Full-time position starting January 2027 We are looking for someone who: * Has experience working with children or young people with SEND * Is patient, positive and able to build strong relationships * Is confident supporting pupils with a range of individual needs * Has a calm and consistent approach * Is reliable, enthusiastic and enjoys being part of a team Experience within a specialist school would be an advantage, but we are also interested in people from mainstream education, care, youth work or other SEND-related backgrounds who are looking to move into a specialist school. If you are looking for a rewarding SEND role with a supportive school, we would love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential conversation and further information