SEN Teaching Assistant (TA). Job in Eastbourne Education & Training Jobs

GSL Education - Sussex; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational agency seeks a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children's learning and development in Eastbourne. The role involves assisting pupils with special educational needs, including autism and ADHD, while fostering emotional resilience and positive behaviour. Candidates should have relevant experience and an enhanced DBS check for safeguarding.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Personalised support from education consultants

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or care environment with SEN children.
• Solid understanding of safeguarding and effective SEN strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with special educational needs during lessons.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement personalized strategies.
• Encourage positive behaviour in various settings.

Skills

Experience with children with special educational needs

Calm, patient approach

Understanding of safeguarding guidelines

Education

Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service

Detailed CV covering last 10 years

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Eastbourne
Salary Range: £90 £110 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term

Are you ready to make a real impact in a child's school experience? Step into the role of an SEN Teaching Assistant and support learning with care and compassion!

GSL Education are currently seeking a patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive Primary School in Eastbourne. This role is perfect for someone with prior experience in Special Educational Needs who is passionate about making a meaningful and lasting impact in children's lives.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Provide support to pupils with various special educational needs, such as autism, ADHD, and social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
• Collaborate with teachers and the SENCO to implement personalised support strategies and interventions.
• Encourage positive behaviour in both classroom and non-classroom settings.
• Aid students during lessons to ensure full participation in learning activities.
• Develop strong, supportive relationships with pupils, staff members, and families.
• Promote emotional resilience and assist pupils in building their social and interpersonal skills.

Skills & Requirements for SEN TA:

• Experience working with children with special educational needs in a school or care environment.
• Calm, patient, and optimistic approach, even in challenging situations.
• Solid understanding of safeguarding guidelines and effective SEN support strategies.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
• A detailed CV covering the past 10 years, with all gaps fully accounted for.

Why choose GSL Education:

• Competitive daily rates and full-time hours.
• Personalised support from dedicated education consultants.
• Opportunities for continuous professional and career development in SEND.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.

To apply for the SEN Teaching Assistant role, click apply now and submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch shortly.