SEN Teaching Assistant. Job in Burgess Hill Education & Training Jobs

Supply Desk; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant in Burgess Hill to provide tailored support for children with Special Educational Needs. The role involves collaborating with staff to enhance children's academic and emotional development. Ideal candidates will have experience or a strong interest in SEN and a nurturing attitude. A full-time, term-time position offering competitive daily pay is available.

Benefits

Ongoing training in SEN best practices

Supportive leadership team

Impactful work with children

Qualifications

• References for the past 2 years.
• Enhanced DBS Check on the update service.
• 6 months of previous experience working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Special Educational Needs.
• Help with communication and emotional regulation.
• Collaborate with staff and external professionals.

Skills

Experience or strong interest in supporting children with SEN

Understanding of EHCPs and inclusive classroom practice

Confident using alternative communication tools

Nurturing and proactive attitude

Job description

Learning Support Assistant SEN Focus
Burgess Hill Full-Time Term-Time Only £89.05 - £96.50 per day

Are you passionate about inclusive education and supporting children with Special Educational Needs? Supply Desk are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work within our network of wonderful primary and SEN schools in Burgess Hill that we are partnered with, and provide high-quality, tailored support to pupils with EHCPs.

You’ll work closely with children who need additional help with communication, emotional regulation, and access to learning using effective and structured routines, behaviour management techniques, and a nurturing approach to help them thrive.

You’ll collaborate with experienced staff and external professionals, ensuring every child receives the regulated support they need to flourish both academically and emotionally.

Key Skills & Experience

• Experience or strong interest in supporting children with SEN, including ASD, speech & language needs, or SEMH.
• A sound understanding of EHCPs, differentiation, and inclusive classroom practice.
• Confident using alternative communication tools and adapting teaching through scaffolding.
• A nurturing, proactive attitude and ability to work as part of a collaborative support team.

We Offer

• A warm, inclusive school environment rooted in positivity and progress.
• Ongoing training in SEN best practices and communication approaches.
• A supportive leadership team that values every member of staff.
• Opportunities to make a real impact in children's lives every single day.

Requirements

• References for the past 2 years.
• An Enhanced DBS Check on the update service (we can support you in applying for one).
• 6 months of previous experience working with children preferred.

If you believe in the power of inclusive education and are ready to make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of something exceptional and rewarding!