SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Teaching Personnel is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team of Teaching Assistants in the Uckfield area and nearby locations.

Whether you have professional experience in SEN, personal experience supporting individuals with additional needs, or transferrable skills from other roles, we want to hear from you!

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Supportive Roles: Work one-on-one or with small groups to help children achieve their potential.
• Skill Development: Gain hands-on experience in education and build your career with tailored CPD (Continuing Professional Development) programs.
• Community Impact: Help create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for children with SEN and SEMH needs.

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

• Experience working in SEN or with children and young people.
• Personal experience supporting individuals with additional needs, either at home or in the community.
• Transferable skills such as patience, empathy, and resilience from fields like care, youth work, or healthcare.
• A passion for education and supporting children with unique challenges.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rates.
• Flexible working hours to fit your schedule.
• Ongoing training and support to help you thrive in your role.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young learners.

If you’re ready to inspire and support children with SEN and SEMH needs while gaining valuable experience in the education sector, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply Today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with Teaching Personnel.

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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