SEN Teaching Assistant

Reed; Tudhoe; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Reed is seeking a Teaching Assistant for an Alternative Provision in Newhaven. The role supports students inside and outside the classroom, helping deliver engaging activities and managing behaviour to foster positive progress.

The successful candidate will build strong relationships with pupils, provide pastoral support, and work with teachers and support staff to create a nurturing learning environment for learners who need tailored pathways.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Confident, patient and resilient.
• Able to build positive relationships and act as a strong role model.
• Experience within education, youth work, care, residential settings, or support work is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support students both inside and outside the classroom
• Assist with the delivery of engaging learning activities
• Help manage behaviour positively and consistently
• Build strong relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and progress
• Provide emotional and pastoral support where required
• Work collaboratively with teachers and the wider support team

Skills

Experience with children/young people

Patience and resilience

Relationship-building

Education/youth work experience

Passionate about helping learners

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision

Location: Newhaven, East Sussex
Pay: £120 per day
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Supply Booking (Immediate Start Available)

Make a Real Difference Every Day

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant to join a specialist Alternative Provision in Newhaven. This setting is dedicated to supporting young people who may have struggled in mainstream education, providing a nurturing, inclusive, and engaging environment where pupils can rebuild confidence and achieve positive outcomes.

The school is part of a well-established multi-academy trust committed to delivering high-quality education and support for children and young people across East Sussex. Pupils benefit from tailored learning pathways, strong pastoral support, and a child-centred approach designed to help every learner reach their potential.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support students both inside and outside the classroom
• Assist with the delivery of engaging learning activities
• Help manage behaviour positively and consistently
• Build strong relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and progress
• Provide emotional and pastoral support where required
• Work collaboratively with teachers and the wider support team

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for individuals who:

• Have experience working with children or young people
• Are confident, patient, and resilient
• Can build positive relationships and act as a strong role model
• Have experience within education, youth work, care, residential settings, or support work (desirable but not essential)
• Are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning

What's on Offer?

• £120 per day
• School hours of 8:30am - 3:30pm
• Rewarding opportunity supporting vulnerable young people
• Welcoming and supportive team environment
• Valuable experience within a specialist educational setting

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely impact young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

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.