Special Educational Needs TA

Term Time Teachers; Polegate; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational services provider in Polegate is seeking a motivated Teaching Assistant for special educational needs. The ideal candidate will support students on a 1:1 or small group basis, assisting in classroom activities and implementing support plans. Key skills include empathy, patience, and previous experience with additional needs. Offering competitive pay and flexible working arrangements, this role presents an opportunity to make a significant impact in students' lives.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible work hours

Refer-a-Friend Bonus

Optional pension scheme

Supportive team

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or adults with additional needs.
• Calm, patient and empathetic approach required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Assisting with classroom activities.
• Helping to implement support plans.

Skills

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Empathy and patience

Previous experience with additional needs

Education

Relevant qualifications or training

Job description

Special educational needs TA

Location: Polegate

Start Date: Flexible

Pay: £90 - £100 per day (depending on experience)

Job Type: Full-time / Part-time (flexible)

Are you ready to build a rewarding career helping children with special educational needs? At Term Time Teachers, we are looking for a motivated and experienced special educational needs teaching assistant to join an excellent school in Polegate.

About the Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other support staff to provide tailored support to pupils with a range of additional needs. If you're seeking a rewarding career, this is the role for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting students on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Assisting with classroom activities.
• Helping to implement support plans.
• Promoting a safe, positive and engaging learning environment.

Ideal Candidate

Previous experience working with children or adults with additional needs (e.g. in care work, schools, or residential settings)

Calm, patient and empathetic approach

Strong communication and teamwork skills

A genuine passion for supporting SEN students

Relevant qualifications or training are desirable but not essential.

Why Work with Term Time Teachers

• Competitive daily rates (inclusive of holiday pay)
• Flexible work that fits your availability
• Opportunity to secure long-term placements
• Refer-a-Friend Bonus - £125 for Qualified Teachers, £75 for Nursery staff/ teaching assistants
• Optional pension scheme
• Supportive and friendly team*

Alternatively, if this job is not for you then please still get in touch with us on (phone number removed) for other roles or refer it to a friend who might be interested in this role!

Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB)