SEN Teaching Assistant

Term Time Teachers; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education staffing agency is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to work closely with teachers and other support staff in Hailsham. You will support students with additional needs, assisting in their learning and development. The ideal candidate will have a calm approach, strong communication skills, and a genuine passion for helping SEN students. The role is flexible with competitive pay ranging from £90 to £100 per day, dependent on experience.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Flexible work to fit availability

Opportunity for long-term placements

Refer-a-Friend Bonus

Optional pension scheme

Supportive team

Qualifications

• Experience in care work, schools, or residential settings is beneficial.
• Relevant qualifications or training are desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Assist with classroom activities.
• Help implement support plans.
• Promote a safe and positive learning environment.

Skills

Previous experience with children or adults with additional needs

Calm and patient approach

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Passion for supporting SEN students

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Hailsham
Start Date: Flexible
Pay: 90 - 100 per day (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time (flexible)

Are you seeking a rewarding career working with children that have additional needs? At Term Time Teachers, we are looking for a knowledgeable and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a rewarding, supportive school in Hailsham.

About the Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other support staff to provide tailored support to pupils with a range of additional needs. If you're seeking a rewarding career, this is the role for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting students on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Assisting with classroom activities.
• Helping to implement support plans.
• Promoting a safe, positive and engaging learning environment.

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working with children or adults with additional needs (e.g. in care work, schools, or residential settings)
• Calm, patient and empathetic approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting SEN students

Relevant qualifications or training are desirable but not essential.

Why Work with Term Time Teachers

• Competitive daily rates (inclusive of holiday pay)
• Flexible work that fits your availability
• Opportunity to secure long-term placements
• Refer-a-Friend Bonus - 125 for Qualified Teachers, 75 for Nursery staff/ teaching assistants
• Optional pension scheme
• Supportive and friendly team

Alternatively, if this job is not for you then please still get in touch with us on (phone number removed) for other roles or refer it to a friend who might be interested in this role!

Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).