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Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant – Colchester

Location: Colchester, Essex
Contract type: Full-time, long-term (with potential for a permanent role)
Start date: As soon as possible
Agency: Vision for Education

About the role

Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Colchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them reach their full potential.

In this role, you’ll work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with a range of needs, such as Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges. You’ll play a vital role in creating a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment where every child can thrive.

The ideal candidate will:

Have proven experience supporting children with SEN in a school or specialist setting.

Be confident supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including ASC, SEMH, or complex learning difficulties.

Have strong behaviour management and communication skills.

Be nurturing, patient, and adaptable in your approach.

Hold a relevant qualification such as a Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent (desirable but not essential).

About the school

The school has a warm, inclusive ethos and a dedicated staff team committed to supporting every child’s individual learning journey. They pride themselves on their strong pastoral support and collaborative approach to working with families and professionals.

What Vision for Education offers:

Competitive daily rates, paid weekly by our in-house payroll team.

FREE access to CPD and safeguarding training.

Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

Opportunities to work in a range of local schools and SEN provisions.

How to apply

To apply for this role or to find out more information, please contact the SEN Team at Vision for Education – Essex branch on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

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