Job Advert: SEN Teaching Assistant - East Grinstead
Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: East Gristead
Hours: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday (Term-Time Only)
Contract Type: Full-Time
Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? A specialist SEN school in East Grinstead is looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team, working in a supportive environment tailored to help each child reach their potential.
Key Responsibilities: As an SEN Teaching Assistant, your role will include:
*Providing one-on-one and small group support to children with various special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, and other learning or developmental challenges.
*Assisting the lead teacher with lesson planning, classroom organisation, and adapting learning materials to meet each student’s needs.
*Offering emotional and social support to students, helping them build confidence and independence in a safe and structured setting.
*Encouraging positive behavior and supporting the development of social, communication, and life skills.
*Working closely with the teaching team, therapists, and parents to implement and monitor Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behavior support plans.
What We’re Looking For: To thrive in this role, an SEN Teaching Assistant should have:
*Experience working with children with SEN or additional needs (preferred but not essential).
*A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting students in their learning journey.
*Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of professionals.
*A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children.
*A willingness to engage in professional development and training to enhance skills for working in an SEN environment.
Why Join Our Team? As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll be part of a supportive and passionate team, working in a school that values inclusion, compassion, and personal growth. You will have access to ongoing training and professional development, allowing you to continually build your skills in SEN education.
Hours:
*Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, with school holidays off - ideal for those seeking rewarding work with manageable hours.
If you’re excited to make a difference in the lives of children with SEN and are ready to support them in their educational journey, we would love to hear from you!