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Posted 30 July, 2026

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics
Grays, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Grays, Thurrock

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Are you an enthusiastic, perceptive graduate keen to make a positive difference in the lives of young people?

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Do you want to join a team of inspired professionals such as behavioural therapists, specialist teachers and educational psychologists?

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** Grays, Thurrock

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** September start

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** Long-term contract until July 2027

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** Invaluable experience to be gained

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** £95-£105 per day

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** CPD training

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** Career Progression Opportunities

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** Excellent transport links and onsite parking

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A brilliant primary school in Grays is searching for a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support teaching in the classroom. This role is a full-time, long-term position which commences as soon as possible.

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The school is very creative and has been awarded "Good" by Ofsted and is looking for a creative individual to enhance their support of SEN children at the school.

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As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide support to an individual who has special educational needs. You will pay an integral role in ensuring students receive a prestige education with appropriate care and creating an environment pupils can excel in.

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The 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant role is ideal for a graduate in Psychology/Criminology/ Social Sciences because:

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  • You will gain experience working in an environment where assessing psychological needs is part of the role
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  • Further training opportunities
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  • You will receive training alongside class teachings and additional support training for SEN
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  • You will work with specialist staff and equipment
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About the 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant role:

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  • Utilising your creativity to excite and inspire pupils
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  • Providing 1:1 support for pupils across KS1 & 2 with behaviour requirements as well as SEN
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  • Tailored, high quality CPD
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  • Making learning accessible and engaging for a range of SEN (ASD, Dyslexia, ADHD)
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1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

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  • 1:1 or 2:1 Degree
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  • Understanding of SEN
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  • Experience with children (personal or professional)
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  • Strong communication skills
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If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please simply click 'Apply Now'

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