SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people?

Do you have the empathy and commitment needed to support students with special needs in achieving their full potential? If so, we invite you to join us as a Learning Support Assistant!

Location: Crowborough
Position: Full-Time, Part-Time, Flexible Work Opportunities
Start Date: Ongoing

About Us

We are a caring and inclusive SEN school committed to offering exceptional educational experiences for students with a range of needs and disabilities. Our goal is to foster a supportive learning environment where every student can excel academically, socially, and emotionally.

Role Overview

As a SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will be an essential part of our team, providing personalized assistance to our students. Collaborating with teachers and other support staff, you will help ensure that each student can meet their individual goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting students with complex learning disabilities in their daily learning activities
• Supporting teachers in the implementation of customized educational plans
• Helping to maintain a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere
• Encouraging social interactions and developing communication skills
• Monitoring and documenting student progress
• Providing emotional and behavioural support as needed
• Participating in team meetings and contributing to the overall success of the school

What We Offer

• A rewarding role within a supportive community
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development
• Competitive salary and benefits
• A friendly and collaborative team environment

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally in an educational setting
• A compassionate and patient demeanour
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to enhancing the well-being and development of students with Special Needs
• Relevant qualifications or a willingness to undergo training

Apply now to submit your application and we will follow up with a call to provide further information.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.