SEN Teaching Assistant

Reed; Herstmonceux; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term role for academic year

School hours 8:15am - 3:15pm

Supportive staff team

1:1 with Year 7 student

Job summary

Reed is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Year 7 student in a specialist educational setting in Hailsham. This long-term supply role runs for the full academic year, with daily hours from 8:15am to 3:15pm.

You will work closely with teaching staff to ensure the pupil accesses learning, builds confidence, and makes progress. A supportive team environment and DBS checks are standard for this placement.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Patient, resilient and empathetic.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience within education, youth work, care, residential, or support settings (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 7 student.
• Help adapt learning activities to meet the pupil's individual needs.
• Encourage engagement, confidence, and independence.
• Support the student within mainstream classroom activities.
• Build a positive and trusting relationship with the pupil.
• Work closely with teachers and other support staff to promote progress and wellbeing.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience

Empathy

Communication skills

Job description

1:1 Teaching Assistant - Long-Term Supply Opportunity

Location: Hailsham
Pay: £120 per day
Hours: 8:15am - 3:15pm
Contract: Long-Term Supply (Academic Year)

Support a Young Person to Succeed

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Year 7 student within a specialist educational setting. This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with a young person who requires additional support with their learning, confidence, and engagement in the classroom.

The role will be based within a full class environment, working alongside teaching staff to ensure the pupil can access learning and make positive progress throughout the academic year.

The school is part of a highly respected trust that specialises in supporting children and young people who may have experienced barriers to education, providing nurturing, inclusive, and aspirational learning environments. The trust places a strong emphasis on achieving positive outcomes through personalised support and strong relationships.

The Role

You will:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 7 student.
• Help adapt learning activities to meet the pupil's individual needs.
• Encourage engagement, confidence, and independence.
• Support the student within mainstream classroom activities.
• Build a positive and trusting relationship with the pupil.
• Work closely with teachers and other support staff to promote progress and wellbeing.

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children or young people.
• Is patient, resilient, and empathetic.
• Can provide consistent support and encouragement.
• Has strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Has experience within education, youth work, care, residential, or support settings (desirable but not essential).
• Is passionate about helping young people reach their full potential.

What's on Offer?

• £120 per day
• Long-term role for the academic year
• School hours of 8:15am - 3:15pm
• Supportive and welcoming staff team
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to a young person's educational journey
• Valuable experience within a specialist and highly rewarding setting

This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant looking for a meaningful long-term position supporting a young person on a 1:1 basis while working within a collaborative classroom environment.

Safeguarding Commitment

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures.