SEN Teaching Assistant - Graduate Start | East Grinstead

Academics; Lewes; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in East Grinstead is seeking a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support students with SEN and SEMH, including autism and mental health challenges. You will work with graduates in Psychology, Sociology or Criminology to gain practical experience while making a meaningful impact on vulnerable pupils.

A Sept start is expected; on-site training and CPD are provided to safeguard all students.

Qualifications

• Passion to help children and young people reach their full potential.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to commute to East Grinstead for on-site work.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEN and SEMH to improve engagement and attainment.
• Provide consistency and build safe, empowering relationships with pupils.
• Participate in on-site training, CPD and safeguarding activities.

Skills

Passion for helping children

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong communication

Approachable and relationship-building

Calm and resilient under stress

Empathy and caring

Commutable to East Grinstead

Job description

Academics Ltd in East Grinstead is seeking a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support students with SEN and SEMH, including autism and mental health challenges. You will work with graduates in Psychology, Sociology or Criminology to gain practical experience while making a meaningful impact on vulnerable pupils.

A Sept start is expected; on-site training and CPD are provided to safeguard all students.