SEND Support Assistant

Passionate SEND Support Assistant Required – Braintree

Are you committed to supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you have the patience, empathy, and dedication to help students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential?

GSL Education is currently recruiting a SEND Support Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Braintree
. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact while gaining valuable experience in a supportive educational environment.

As a SEND Support Assistant
, you will work closely with teachers and SENCOs to provide tailored support for students with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and moderate learning difficulties.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEND.
• Assist in implementing EHCP targets and personalised learning plans.
• Support students’ academic, social, and emotional development.
• Help maintain a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and parents where appropriate.

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND (school, care, or youth setting).
• Strong understanding of inclusive education practices.
• Calm, patient, and adaptable approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection (enhanced DBS on the update service required).
• Supportive and collaborative school environment.
• Opportunity to gain valuable SEN experience and progress within education.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

If you are passionate about supporting students with additional needs and ready to make a difference in Braintree
, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your updated CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch within 24 hours.