SEN Teaching Assistant: Train, Grow, Term-Time Role

Academics; Crawley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Training provided

Term-time only

Permanent opportunities

Job summary

Academics in Crawley is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs from September 2026. You will work alongside teachers and therapists to create a safe, engaging learning environment and assist with daily activities.

Role requires a caring, proactive attitude, a DBS check (we can support you), and GCSEs in Maths and English (A*-C) or equivalent. Term-time hours and permanent opportunities may be available.

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to work with children with SEN.
• Caring, compassionate and resilient nature.
• Can-do attitude and pro-active approach.
• DBS check required (supported by us).
• Not barred from working with children.
• GCSE Maths and English (A*-C) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Work with teachers, therapists and support staff.
• Ensure equipment and facilities are safe for children.
• Prepare activities and tidy up after sessions.
• Build positive relationship with each child to support learning.
• Report safeguarding concerns promptly and accurately.

Skills

Genuine desire to work with children w

Caring, compassionate, resilient

Can-do attitude, proactive

Education

GCSE Maths and English (A*-C)

Job description

Academics in Crawley is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs from September 2026. You will work alongside teachers and therapists to create a safe, engaging learning environment and assist with daily activities.

Role requires a caring, proactive attitude, a DBS check (we can support you), and GCSEs in Maths and English (A*-C) or equivalent. Term-time hours and permanent opportunities may be available.