Specialist SEND Learning Support Assistant - Thurrock, Essex

Education and training

Psychology & Criminology graduates wanted - Specialist SEND Learning Support Assistant (special education & complex needs)

Psychology/Criminology graduates wanted - Do you want to work with complex needs?

** Thurrock, Essex

** Education and training

** Long-term contract (12 months, with the view of going permanent)

** Specialist SEND Learning Support Assistant

** Possibility of a permanent contract from August 2026 for the right candidate

** £88-£105 per day (weekly pay)

** September start

** SEN & Mental Health

** Experienced TA's and graduates welcome to apply

**Free onsite parking

** Round-the-clock support from both the school and your dedicated consultant

A fantastic opportunity has become available for a psychology graduate looking to gain valuable experience providing restorative practices to young people with a diverse set of complex needs.

This is a Good Ofsted rated mainstream school in Thurrock, who are actively recruiting for specialist behaviour support workers with a psychology or criminology graduate background.

The school is looking for either an experienced SEN behaviour support worker or a graduate, to provide individualised support to children with complex needs.

What we are looking for:

• Candidates who are enthusiastic and patient
• Works well within a team and is flexible
• Level 3 and higher
• Graduates are desirable
• Good education background
• Great communication skills
• SEN experience

Why work with Academics?

• Weekly pay
• Round-the-clock support
• £125 refer a friend bonus
• Good transport links to schools
• Long term roles
• Permanent contracts for the right candidate
• A great range of schools
• Ample support and training provided
• Paid Teacher training

If this school sounds like something you would love to be a part of, please send your application to Sarah O'Leary @ or call on .

Specialist SEND Learning Support Assistant - Thurrock, Essex - Education and training

Specialist SEND Learning Support Assistant - Thurrock, Essex