Primary SEN Teaching Assistant – Hailsham
Location: Hailsham, East Sussex
Contract: Full-time / Part-time (flexible)
Start Date: ASAP / September start available
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a highly inclusive and nurturing primary school in Hailsham to recruit a dedicated Primary SEN Teaching Assistant.
This welcoming and community-focused school is part of a well-established multi-academy trust and is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and inspiring learning environment for all pupils. The school has a strong reputation for its inclusive ethos, high expectations, and child-centred approach, ensuring that every learner is supported to achieve their full potential both academically and personally.
There is a strong focus on early identification of needs and tailored support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Staff work closely together to provide structured, consistent, and nurturing interventions that help pupils develop confidence, independence, and positive learning behaviours.
The Role
As a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN
- Support children with a range of needs including ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and SEMH
- Work closely with class teachers and the SENCo to deliver personalised learning and behaviour support plans
- Adapt learning activities to ensure accessibility and engagement
- Promote emotional regulation, social development, and positive behaviour
- Help create a calm, safe, and inclusive classroom environment
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience supporting children with SEN (school-based or similar setting)
- Is patient, caring, and resilient
- Can build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
- Is proactive and confident using initiative in the classroom
- Has a good understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice
- Holds a relevant TA or SEN qualification (desirable but not essential)
About the School
- A successful and inclusive primary school within a supportive multi-academy trust
- Located in the town of Hailsham
- Strong emphasis on inclusion, wellbeing, and personal development
- Focus on early intervention and tailored SEN support
- Dedicated staff team committed to high-quality teaching and learning
- Nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to thrive and succeed
What We Offer
- Competitive daily rates of pay
- Ongoing CPD and SEN-focused training opportunities
- Dedicated consultant support through Teaching Personnel
- Opportunity for a long-term or permanent role
If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a meaningful difference in a caring and inclusive school environment, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today through Teaching Personnel to be considered.
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.
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