SEN Teaching Assistant
Job description
Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs to reach their full potential?
Teaching Personnel are working with a number of specialist SEN schools in the Horsham and Crawley area who are seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to join their dedicated teams.
You’ll be supporting pupils aged 5–16 with a range of needs including Autism (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
We’re looking for patient, resilient individuals who can build strong relationships and promote a positive learning environment.
What we offer:
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Full-time and part-time positions
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Ongoing CPD and free online training opportunities
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Competitive pay between £85–£100 per day
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Supportive school environments with excellent staff development
Requirements:
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Experience supporting SEN/SEMH learners (school, residential or care setting)
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A calm and nurturing approach
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Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and support staff
Apply today to find out more about local SEN opportunities 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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