SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant Brentwood September 2026

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain hands-on school experience before pursuing a career in teaching educational psychology speech and language therapy or child psychology

We are seeking an enthusiastic and resilient graduate to join a welcoming Primary School in Brentwood as a SEND Teaching Assistant from September supporting children with a range of additional needs including autism ADHD and SEMH. Trial days are taking place ASAP.

About this SEND Teaching Assistant role
Gain valuable school-based experience supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) ADHD and SEMH.
Work closely with experienced SEND professionals including Educational Psychologists Speech and Language Therapists and SENDCOs.
Provide 1:1 and small group support across the primary school setting.
Support pupils both academically and socially helping them to develop confidence independence and positive relationships.
Excellent opportunity for graduates considering careers in education psychology therapy or social care.

We are looking for graduates who
Have achieved or are on track to achieve a 2:1 or First-Class degree in a relevant subject.
Have experience working with children or young people through tutoring mentoring youth work coaching care or voluntary work.
Are patient proactive and passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
Want to build long-term experience within a primary school environment.
Can commit full-time from September and are available to trial immediately.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people while gaining invaluable SEND experience within a supportive Primary School environment.

If you think you would be the perfect fit for this SEND Teaching Assistant role please click Apply and attach your CV or covering letter. Alternatively for more information dont hesitate to contact Lauren Cook-Abbott at Ribbons & Reeves.

Ribbons & Reeves are Essex and Londons leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles such as this SEND Teaching Assistant position in Brentwood. For other roles like this check out our website and search Ribbons & Reeves. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this SEND Teaching Assistant role.