SEN Teaching Assistant in Crawley)

Academics; Crawley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in Crawley is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support children aged 6-18 with special educational needs. In this role, you will work alongside teachers and therapists, ensuring a safe and effective learning environment. Candidates should be caring and resilient, possess A*-C in GCSE Maths and English, and be proactive. This position offers excellent career progression opportunities and training in behaviour management. It's perfect for those passionate about education and children’s welfare.

Benefits

Excellent for career progression

Training in behaviour management

Term-time only

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to work with children with special education needs.
• Caring, compassionate and resilient nature.
• Can-do attitude and pro-active approach.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside teachers, therapists and other support staff.
• Ensure that equipment and facilities are safe for the children to use.
• Preparation of activities and tidying away after.
• Develop understanding with a child to maintain an optimal learning environment.
• Report safeguarding concerns promptly and accurately.

Skills

Caring and compassionate nature

Pro-active attitude

Ability to work with children

Education

GCSE Maths and English grades A*-C or equivalent

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Crawley - February 2026

An incredible school for children aged 6-18 with social, emotional and mental health challenges are welcoming caring and compassionate individuals to apply for their position of SEN Teaching Assistant.

Key benefits of the SEN Teaching Assistant role:

• Excellent for career progression into care, psychology or teaching
• Lots of training available in behaviour management, communication strategies and emergency aid
• Term-time only which means lots of holiday!
• Permanent employment opportunities available

What can you expect to do on a daily basis as a SEN Teaching Assistant?

• Work alongside teachers, therapists and other support staff
• Ensure that equipment and facilities are safe for the children to use
• Preparation of activities and tidying away after
• Developing an understanding with a child to maintain an optimal learning environment
• Report any safeguarding concerns promptly and accurately

What is required of you as a SEN Teaching Assistant?

• A genuine desire to work with children with special education needs
• A caring, compassionate and resilient nature
• A 'can-do' attitude but also being pro‑active rather than always waiting for direction
• You will require a DBS check (which we can support you with)
• You must not be barred from working with children
• You will have grades A*-C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

For further information about the role of SEN Teaching Assistant, apply now.