Job Description

September 2026 - 1:1 Special Needs Teaching Assistant required to work with a non-verbal KS2 student in a Hornchurch School.

The successful candidate will provide structured learning while maintaining routine and boundaries throughout the school day, helping the student access their learning.

Do you have the patience, resilience and enthusiasm to support children with additional needs and make a positive difference in their educational journey?

Monday - Friday, 8.30am to 3.30pm (Term time only)

Role responsibilities & Qualification:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 3 student who is non-verbal.
• Support the students learning, communication, and social development.
• Establish and maintain clear routines and boundaries to help the student feel secure and engaged.
• Experience using PECS, Makaton or Communication Boards/books.
• Experience working with SEN children that have communication needs.
• Can build strong, trusting relationships with the student and staff.
• Happy to assist with personal care if needed.
• L2/L3 Teaching Assistant, SEND, Care or Psychology qualification.

We offer:

• A full face-to-face interview to ascertain your skills, experience & understand the right role for you.
• Over 300 training courses for all workers.
• Competitive Monthly pay with additional Holiday pay.
• On going support from the schools & Apex team who are teachers with over 20 years school based recruitment experience.

If you are interested in our Special Needs Teaching Assistant role, please call us for a discussion or apply with your CV and a covering letter.

This post is subject to a face-to-face interview, vetting checks including enhanced DBS and full compliance for working with children.

We aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We adhere to 'Safer Recruitment of Children guidance and all staff are fully trained.

Apex Education Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.