Teaching Assistant - Flexible Working

Primary Schools Colchester

We are currently seeking dedicated and reliable Teaching Assistants to join our supply team, supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across schools in Colchester and the surrounding areas.

This is a flexible role, ideal for candidates looking for day-to-day supply, short-term cover, or long-term placements, working around their availability.

As a Supply Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with SEN on a 1:1 basis or in small groups

• Assist pupils with learning, engagement, emotional regulation, and behaviour support

• Work flexibly across mainstream and SEN settings

• Support classroom teachers with daily activities and routines

• Adapt quickly to different school environments and pupil needs

• Has experience supporting children with SEN (e.g. ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs)

• Is patient, nurturing, and adaptable

• Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff quickly

• Is confident following school routines and behaviour policies

• Is happy working across different schools and year groups

• Flexible working choose the days you work

• Opportunities for daily supply, short-term, and long-term roles

• A variety of placements across primary schools

• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

• Competitive daily rates

Whether you re an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to gain more SEN experience through supply work, we d love to hear from you.