Join Our Team as a Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant in Haywards Heath!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with diverse special educational needs? Teaching Personnel is seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support a specialist school in Horsham, catering to children aged 3–11 with a range of needs, including:
- Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties
- Physical Disabilities
- Sensory Impairments
- Autism (ASC)
- Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH)
This school takes a holistic approach to education, fostering independence, self-discipline, and autonomy to prepare pupils for adulthood. You’ll work in a safe, supportive, and dynamic environment where every child’s potential is nurtured.
Why Join Teaching Personnel?
Working with Teaching Personnel offers a wealth of benefits designed to support you in your career:
- Specialist Training: Access free online courses, including safeguarding and SEN-specific modules, to develop your expertise.
- Dedicated Consultant: Receive one-on-one support from a consultant who understands your goals and helps you succeed.
- Flexible Opportunities: Tailored placements that suit your availability and career aspirations.
- Weekly Pay via PAYE: Transparent, hassle-free payments every Friday.
- Guaranteed Work Scheme: For reliable candidates with positive feedback, we guarantee your pay even if no work is available.
- Refer a Friend Bonus: Earn £50 for each friend or colleague you recommend.
Your Role and Responsibilities:
As a Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support pupils with a variety of SEN requirements, tailoring your approach to meet their individual needs.
- Work closely with the school’s specialist team to incorporate sensory learning and other strategies.
- Assist with speech, language, and communication development.
- Use de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations effectively.
- Promote independence and self-confidence, helping pupils make positive choices for their learning.
- Foster a nurturing and inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and achievement.
About You:
We are looking for individuals with:
- A passion for supporting children with diverse SEN requirements.
- Experience working with SEND pupils, care experience, or a willingness to undergo training.
- Excellent communication skills and a compassionate, adaptable nature.
- Team Teach certification (preferred but not essential – training can be provided).
What’s on Offer:
- Full-Time Position: School hours, Monday to Friday.
- Competitive Pay: £12.90–£13.50 per hour, depending on experience and responsibilities.
- Career Growth: Gain hands-on experience and expand your skills with ongoing professional development opportunities.
- The opportunity to work in a school committed to making a real difference for children with varied SEN needs.
Start Date: January 2025
Apply Now: Submit your up-to-date CV below, and one of our friendly consultants will be in touch to discuss your application.
Join Teaching Personnel today and take the next step in a rewarding career supporting children with SEN. Be the difference that matters.
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.
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