SEN Teaching Assistant – Secondary School

Teach South; Maynard's Green; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach South Kent seeks a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in Bexhill, East Sussex, starting November. This full-time, temporary role supports pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition, providing 1:1 and small group assistance so learners access the curriculum, build confidence and fulfil their potential.

Experience as a teaching assistant or in education, care or support work with children or young people is welcomed.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people in education, care or associated settings.
• Patience, adaptability and strong communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with autism.
• Support pupils in classroom and around the school.
• Collaborate with teachers to deliver engaging and accessible learning.

Skills

Teaching experience

Job description

Teach South seeks a caring SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary School for a full-time, temporary post in East Sussex, starting November. Based in Bexhill, the role carries a daily rate of £100 to £105 on PAYE. The successful candidate will support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition, providing one-to-one and small group assistance so that learners access the curriculum, build confidence and fulfil their potential within a mainstream secondary setting. Applicants should have prior experience as a teaching assistant, learning support assistant or in education, care or support work with children and young people. Patience, adaptability and strong communication skills are essential for this position.

SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Support) - Secondary School Bexhill, East Sussex | Full Time | September Start | £105 per day (PAYE) Teach South Kent is seeking a caring and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in Bexhill from November . This full-time role involves supporting students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) , helping them to access learning, build confidence and achieve their potential in a mainstream secondary school environment. If you're an experienced Teaching Assistant , Learning Support Assistant (LSA) , SEN Teaching Assistant , or have experience working with children or young people in education, care or support settings, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with autism
• Support pupils both in the classroom and around the school
• Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging and accessible learning
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Help students develop independence, communication and social skills
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families

About You

• Has experience supporting children or young people (school, SEN, care, youth work or similar)
• Has an understanding of autism and additional learning needs (experience is desirable but not essential)
• Is patient, resilient and compassionate
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Is committed to helping every student succeed

What We Offer

• £105 per day paid weekly via PAYE
• Full-time, term-time position
• September start
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant
• Opportunities for professional development and future long-term or permanent roles
• The chance to make a genuine difference to young people's lives every day

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Teaching Assistants or individuals looking to build a career in Special Educational Needs (SEN) , education, psychology, youth work or pastoral support.

Teach South Kent is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant safer recruitment checks.