SEND Teaching Assistant – Full-time, long-term temporary position, starting January 2026This is an excellent opportunity for a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive school environment in Rainham, Essex. The school is committed to ensuring that every child receives the tailored support they need to thrive academically and socially. Staff work collaboratively to create a nurturing atmosphere where pupils feel valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.Duties as SEND Teaching Assistant:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with special educational needs
• Assist teachers in implementing personalised learning plans
• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development
• Adapt resources and activities to meet individual needs
• Monitor and record pupil progress, reporting to the class teacher and SENCO
• Promote a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Contribute to safeguarding and wellbeing practices across the school

Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant:

• At least 3 months’ experience working with SEND pupils in a school setting
• Relevant qualifications are an advantage but not essential
• Ability to work flexibly across different year groups
• Strong understanding of strategies to support pupils with diverse needs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Committed to promoting inclusion and safeguarding children

Why Step Teachers?With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!