SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Worthing, West Sussex
Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time / Long-term

Are you passionate about helping children feel confident, included and supported in the classroom?

We are working with a welcoming primary school in Worthing who are looking for a caring and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working closely with children and wants to make a genuine difference to their day-to-day experience at school.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide support to children with a range of additional needs, helping them to feel settled, engaged and able to access their learning.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required
• Supporting children with their learning and development
• Helping pupils with additional needs to engage positively in the classroom
• Encouraging independence, confidence and communication
• Supporting children with their social and emotional development
• Working closely with the class teacher and wider support team
• Creating a positive, inclusive and nurturing environment

The school is looking for someone who is:

• Patient, caring and approachable
• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs
• Confident working as part of a team
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils
• Consistent and encouraging in their approach
• Reliable, proactive and keen to make a difference

Previous experience working with SEN is desirable, but not essential. Experience in a primary school, nursery, childcare, support work or similar settings would also be welcomed.

• Long-term opportunities in primary and SEN schools across West Sussex
• Competitive rates of pay
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunities to build your experience within education
• Free trial days available so you can experience the school before committing

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can help children feel confident, included and supported to reach their potential, we'd love to hear from you.

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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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