SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd; Bognor Regis; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs in a primary school. Join a dedicated team in Bognor Regis, and make a significant difference in students' lives by providing tailored support and fostering a positive learning environment.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development and SEN-specific training

Supportive and experienced staff team

Positive, inclusive school environment

Opportunity to make a real difference

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an SEN or TA role is highly desirable.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, SEN training) are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with various needs, including autism, ADHD, and social/emotional challenges.
• Assist with the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs).

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Resilience

Education

CACHE Level 2/3

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School
Location: Bognor Regis, West Sussex
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time / Term-time only
Salary: £13.75/£14.00.

Are you a patient, compassionate, and enthusiastic individual with a passion for supporting children with additional needs? We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our caring and inclusive primary school in Bognor Regis this September.

About the Role:

You will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to provide targeted support to pupils with a range of special educational needs. This may involve one-to-one work, small group support, and helping to create a calm, structured environment where every child can thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting pupils with a variety of needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or social/emotional challenges

• Adapting learning activities and materials to suit individual needs

• Promoting independence, confidence, and positive behaviour

• Assisting with the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs)

What We’re Looking For:

• A caring and resilient approach to supporting children with SEN

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

• Previous experience in an SEN or TA role is highly desirable

• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, SEN training) are an advantage

What We Offer:

• A supportive and experienced staff team

• Ongoing professional development and SEN-specific training

• A positive, inclusive school environment

• The opportunity to make a real difference in children’s lives every day

How to Apply:

To apply, please send your CV and a short covering letter outlining your experience and interest in the role to [e-mail].

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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.
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