SEND Teaching Assistant

Join Our SEND Teaching Assistant Talent Pool – Haywards Heath & Surrounding Areas

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you have access to a vehicle and enjoy working across a variety of school settings? Join Teaching Personnel’s SEND Teaching Assistant Talent Pool in Haywards Heath and surrounding rural areas today.

About the Role
We are looking for dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to support primary and secondary schools in and around Haywards Heath. Many of our partner schools are located in rural settings, so driving is essential for this role.

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 support learning and development

• Assisting teachers in delivering inclusive and engaging lessons

• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing

• Adapting resources to meet individual student needs

What We’re Looking For

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

• A patient, caring, and proactive attitude

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A genuine passion for supporting young people

• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential)

• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3 or equivalent) are desirable

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Flexible working to suit your schedule

• Opportunities across a range of local schools, including rural settings

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Competitive daily rates

• Support from a dedicated consultant

Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is ideal for experienced SEND Teaching Assistants, graduates exploring a career in education, or individuals with transferable skills from care or support roles.

Apply Today
Join our SEND TA talent pool in Haywards Heath and help make a positive impact in local schools. Apply now to get started.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and referencing.

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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