SEN Teaching Assistant

Teach South Kent; Brighton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Variety of placements

Support from recruitment team

Make a difference

Job summary

Teach South Kent is seeking caring SEN Teaching Assistants to support children and young people with special educational needs across varied settings.

We value patient, adaptable individuals with strong communication and teamwork skills, ready to work across schools, childcare, nurseries, residential or adult care environments.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork across settings.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Experience with SEN in schools, care or childcare settings.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with special educational needs in learning and development.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support as required.
• Help create a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils with emotional, social and behavioural needs.
• Collaborate with teachers and professionals.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience and adaptability

Job description

Are you a passionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity?

We are currently recruiting experienced SEN Teaching Assistants to support children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across a range of educational settings.

We are looking for caring, patient, and enthusiastic individuals who have previous experience supporting people with additional needs, whether in a school, childcare, nursery, residential, or adult care setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting pupils with special educational needs in their learning and development.
• Providing one-to-one and small group support where required.
• Helping to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Supporting pupils with emotional, social, and behavioural needs.
• Working closely with teachers, support staff, and other professionals.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with SEN individuals in either an adult care or childcare setting.
• A patient, caring, and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting individuals with additional needs.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer:

• Flexible working opportunities.
• A variety of placements across different settings.
• Ongoing support from our friendly recruitment team.
• The opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives.