Teaching Assistant (SEN)

TN United Kingdom; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking driven and resilient individuals to join their team as SEN Teaching Assistants in a stunning rural setting. This role involves supporting students with mental health needs, ensuring their academic, social, and emotional development. With a focus on outdoor learning, you will engage in various subjects, from Horticulture to Drama, while enjoying full pay over half terms and school holidays. The school emphasizes excellent staff training and career progression, making this a meaningful position with high job satisfaction. If you are energetic, a team player, and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Full pay over half terms and school holidays

Excellent staff training and certificates

Career progression opportunities

Holistic and therapeutic focus

Qualifications

• Support students with mental health needs academically and emotionally.
• Assist in outdoor learning activities like Horticulture and Drama.

Responsibilities

• Help students achieve well-being and self-esteem.
• Engage in holistic outdoor learning activities.

Skills

Mentally resilient

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Quick thinker

Energetic and active

Sense of humor

Education

Relevant qualifications and training

Job description

Teaching Assistant (SEN), East Grinstead

Client: Teaching Personnel

Location: East Grinstead

Job Category: Education

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 1ba648b69530

Job Views: 3

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Driven and Resilient Individuals Wanted!

Teaching Personnel is working with an excellent SEMH School located in rural East Grinstead, catering to students with mental health needs, some diagnosed on the autistic spectrum.

The school's rural setting emphasizes outdoor learning, with opportunities in subjects like Horticulture, Forest School, Horse Riding, Equine Studies, Science, PSHE, PE, Art, Textiles, Ceramics, ICT, Food Technology, and Drama.

Why choose this school?

• Stunning outdoor location with a holistic and therapeutic focus
• Full pay over half terms and school holidays; operates 36 weeks per year
• Excellent staff training, certificates, and career progression
• Meaningful role with high job satisfaction

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support students academically, socially, and emotionally, helping them achieve well-being and self-esteem.

Attributes/Skills required:

• Mentally resilient and quick thinker
• Energetic and in good health, comfortable being active during the day
• Team player with excellent communication skills
• Sense of humor and thick-skinned
• Ability to drive due to limited public transport options

Apply now for more information!

Applicants need appropriate qualifications and training. See the Teaching Personnel FAQ for details. All pay rates include statutory holiday pay. This is a temporary role, with potential for permanence later. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding children; all workers undergo safeguarding checks, including DBS. Full assistance provided. For our privacy policy, visit our website.