SEND Teaching Assistant – Nurture & Enable Learning

Pink Tile Education Ltd; Chichester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Pink Tile Education Ltd. are partnering with a distinguished SEND school in Chichester to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant.

You will support pupils aged 2–19, helping them access learning and develop essential life skills in a nurturing environment. The role requires experience with SEND and strong communication, with potential to progress through a temporary-to-permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or Classroom Assistant.
• Personal or professional experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, visual symbols or alternative communication methods would be advantageous.
• Experience supporting emotional regulation through calming techniques, sensory strategies or distraction methods.
• A patient, resilient and caring approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for helping children and young people achieve their potential.

Responsibilities

• Working as a Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant to support pupils aged 2–19 across different age groups.
• Supporting children with a wide variety of SEND needs, including more complex communication and learning needs.
• Helping pupils access learning through tailored support and differentiated activities.
• Using communication methods such as Makaton, PECS, visual symbols and other communication aids where appropriate.
• Supporting emotional regulation using positive behaviour strategies, sensory approaches and distraction techniques.
• Building strong, trusting relationships that promote confidence, independence and wellbeing.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and the wider multidisciplinary team to provide personalised support.

Skills

Teaching Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

Classroom Assistant

SEND experience

Makaton/PECS knowledge

Job description

Pink Tile Education Ltd. are partnering with a distinguished SEND school in Chichester to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant.

You will support pupils aged 2–19, helping them access learning and develop essential life skills in a nurturing environment. The role requires experience with SEND and strong communication, with potential to progress through a temporary-to-permanent contract.