Ref - 578370
Posted February 3, 2026
Job Role: SEND TA
Location: Colchester
Start Date: ASAP
The role:
We are looking for enthusiastic, committed and compassionate individuals to support children with special educational needs in the classroom. As an SEND Teaching Assistant (TA) sometimes known as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA), you will be working schools to provide assistance, often working on a 1 to 1 basis with children helping them to develop academically, socially and emotionally
The applicant:
The successful applicant is expected to have maths and English (GCSE grade C/4 and above) or alternatively a suitable childcare qualification. SEND qualification is preferred but not essential. Experience and personality are equally desirable. Being able to work in a team as well as individually is important to provide maximum support to the class teacher.
Benefits:
-Competitive rates of pay
-Career progression
-Flexible working pattern
-Free training provided with one to one support and advice
-Weekly pay
If you are interested in this position or any other roles, we currently have available, please click to apply below.
Please note: In accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ all candidates must have a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure to work in a school or nursery. If a valid subscription to the DBS Update Service is not held, we will require you to complete a new DBS application. Suitable candidates must hold right to work in the UK.