SEND Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Looking for flexible work in welcoming schools across the Battle and St Leonards area? Join Teaching Personnel’s SEND Teaching Assistant Talent Pool today and take the next step in your education career.

About the Role
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to join our growing talent pool, supporting a range of primary and secondary schools across Battle and St Leonards. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils with a range of SEND, including autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties

• Working 1:1 or in small groups to help students access the curriculum

• Assisting teachers in creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment

• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing

• Adapting learning materials to meet individual needs

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND (preferred but not essential)

• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for education and inclusion
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, or equivalent) are desirable

• Why Join Teaching Personnel?

  • Flexible working to suit your availability

  • Opportunities in a variety of local schools

  • Ongoing training and professional development

  • Competitive rates of pay

  • Dedicated consultant support
    

This role is ideal for experienced SEND Teaching Assistants, graduates considering a career in education, or individuals with transferable skills from care, youth work, or support roles.

Apply Today
Become part of a trusted network of education professionals and start making a difference in your local community. Submit your application now to join our SEND TA talent pool in Battle and St Leonards.

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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