Sen Teaching Assistant
Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant – Flexible Opportunities
Location: Peacehaven, East Sussex
Start Date: Flexible / Ongoing
Contract: Full-time, Part-time & Supply
Teaching Personnel are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs within a welcoming primary school in Peacehaven. Flexible and long-term opportunities are available depending on your experience and availability.
About the School
This inclusive and community-driven primary school is part of a respected academy trust and is known for its nurturingapproach and strong focus on wellbeing. The school provides a supportive environment where pupils with a range of needs are encouraged to thrive, with staff working collaboratively to deliver tailored support and a broad, engaging curriculum.
The Role
- Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN
- Assist children with autism, SEMH, or additional learning needs
- Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
- Work closely with teachers and SENCOs to implement support plans
- Help create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
What We’re Looking For
- Experience supporting children with SEN (school or similar setting preferred)
- A patient, caring, and adaptable approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
What’s on Offer
- Competitive weekly pay (PAYE)
- Flexible working options
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- Access to CPD and SEN-focused training
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
If you’re a committed SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive primary setting, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to begin your journey 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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