SEN Teaching Assistant - Hastings/Bexhill

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Eastbourne is seeking a passionate Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs. The successful candidate will help ensure equal access to the curriculum, maintain records of student progress, and work effectively with a team while being supported by a dedicated consultant.

Benefits

Free up-to-date professional development

£250 vouchers for referrals

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with special educational needs.
• Relevant qualification in education or qualified by experience.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one support to students with special educational needs.
• Assisting with the development and implementation of EHCPs.
• Liaising with parents, teachers, and other professionals.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Education

Qualification in Education or Special Educational Needs

Job description

Job Title: Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Location: Eastbourne

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full-time/Part-time

Start Date: September 2025

Job Description:

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team from September 2025. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing support to students with special educational needs, ensuring that they have equal access to the curriculum and are able to achieve their full potential.

The ideal candidate should have previous experience working with students with special educational needs, a relevant qualification in education or special educational needs, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a passionate and patient approach to working with children, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Your new role

• Providing one-to-one support to students with special educational needs
• Assisting with the development and implementation of EHCPs
• Supporting small groups
• Encouraging students to develop their social skills and independence
• Liaising with parents, teachers, and other professionals to ensure that students receive the appropriate support
• Maintaining accurate records of student progress and providing regular feedback to teachers and parents

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience working with students with special educational needs, or a desire to do so
• A relevant qualification in education or special educational needs, or qualified by experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A passionate and patient approach to working with children
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team

What you'll get in return

You will have the opportunity to work in a high-achieving school, within a strong staff team. Throughout, you will be supported by a specialist education consultant and offered free up-to-date professional development. If you know of other education professionals looking for work, you can also receive £250 worth of vouchers every time you recommend a colleague or friend to Hays Education.*

*Terms and Conditions apply.*