SEN Teaching Assistant - Haywards Heath - West Sussex

Empowering Learning Ltd; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD and Team Teach training

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd. is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant in Haywards Heath to support children with complex needs, including ASD, in a primary setting. The role involves working closely with teachers and support staff to enable every pupil to access learning and reach their potential.

The ideal candidate has prior primary school experience with SEN and a patient, nurturing approach. DBS is desirable; we offer CPD and support throughout placement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a primary school setting is essential.
• Experience supporting children with a range of SEN and additional needs.
• Understanding of complex needs, including ASD, SLD and PMLD.
• A patient, empathetic and nurturing approach to supporting children.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Good organisational skills, flexibility and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A commitment to inclusion and supporting every child's individual learning needs.
• A valid DBS certificate is desirable; assistance can be provided with processing one if required.

Responsibilities

• Support children with complex needs to access learning.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to plan and deliver activities.
• Help create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Primary school experience

SEN experience

ASD

PMLD

Education

DBS certificate desirable

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Complex Needs / ASD

Location: Haywards Heath

Salary: £110-£130 per day

Hours: 8:15am - 4:00pm

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Long-term

Empowering Learning is currently seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to work within a welcoming and inclusive school in Haywards Heath, West Sussex. This is a long-term opportunity supporting children with complex needs, including ASD.

Candidates must have previous experience working in a primary school setting, supporting children with a range of additional needs and SEN. Experience supporting pupils with ASD, SLD and PMLD would be particularly beneficial.

We are looking for someone patient, nurturing and enthusiastic who can build positive relationships with pupils and work closely with teachers and other support staff to help children access learning and reach their potential.

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a genuine difference in their education, this could be the role for you.

Teaching Assistant - Requirements

• Previous experience working in a primary school setting is essential.
• Experience supporting children with a range of SEN and additional needs.
• Understanding of complex needs, including ASD, SLD and PMLD.
• A patient, empathetic and nurturing approach to supporting children.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Good organisational skills, flexibility and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A commitment to inclusion and supporting every child's individual learning needs.
• A valid DBS certificate is desirable; assistance can be provided with processing one if required.

What's in it for you?

• £110-£130 per day.
• A rewarding long-term opportunity.
• Working hours of 8:15am-4:00pm.
• ASAP start.
• The opportunity to work within a supportive, forward-thinking school.
• Free CPD and Team Teach training through Empowering Learning.
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.

Additional Requirements

• Legal right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure, or overseas police clearances where applicable.
• Previous primary school experience supporting pupils with a range of SEN needs.

At Empowering Learning, we offer competitive rates of pay, ongoing professional development and dedicated support to help you find the right opportunity.