SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist School

Term Time Teachers Ltd; Wadhurst; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Term Time Teachers Ltd is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEN and SEMH in a specialist school near Wadhurst, East Sussex. You will help students access learning, manage emotions, and build positive relationships in a calm, inclusive setting.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience with SEN/SEMH, be patient, resilient and team‑oriented, and committed to safeguarding. The role offers valuable experience in specialist SEN settings.

Qualifications

• Has experience working with children or young people with SEN, SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Is patient, resilient, caring and proactive.
• Can build positive relationships and respond calmly to challenging situations.
• Is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning.
• Works well as part of a team and is committed to safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN and SEMH in the classroom and across the school.
• Help pupils manage emotions, behaviour and engagement with learning.
• Build positive relationships and encourage independence.
• Support teachers to create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Assist with classroom activities, learning resources and wider school life.

Skills

SEN/Special needs experience

Patient & resilient

Team player

Behaviour management

Job description

Location: Near Wadhurst, East Sussex

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs? Academics are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist school near Wadhurst.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with special educational needs, particularly social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, helping them access learning, develop confidence and build positive relationships in a supportive school environment.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils with SEN and SEMH needs in the classroom and across the school.

• Helping pupils manage their emotions, behaviour and engagement with learning.

• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils and encouraging their independence.

• Supporting teachers to create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment.

• Assisting with classroom activities, learning resources and wider school life.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has experience working with children or young people with SEN, SEMH or behavioural needs.

• Is patient, resilient, caring and proactive.

• Can build positive relationships and respond calmly to challenging situations.

• Is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning.

• Works well as part of a team and is committed to safeguarding.

Why Work Through Academics?

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

• Opportunities to gain experience in specialist SEN settings.

• Access to local education opportunities across East Sussex.

• A chance to make a genuine difference to young people's lives.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.