Teaching Assistant SEN

Randstad Education; Lingfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A school in Burgess Hill is looking for a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to make a real difference in the lives of students aged 2 to 19, including those with autism. This role involves providing individualized support, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team, and fostering an inclusive environment. The position offers flexible term-time contracts and career development opportunities, alongside a competitive daily pay range.

Benefits

Fully funded training and qualification opportunities

Thorough Induction Training

Company pension scheme

Staff well-being facilities

Free uniform and DBS check

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for working with children with special educational needs, especially autism.
• Understanding of Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures.
• Access to personal transport.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized care and learning support to students.
• Collaborate with staff and therapists to deliver a personalized curriculum.
• Foster an inclusive community for all students.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Team Collaboration

Proactive Learning

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English (Level 2/Grade C or above)

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Burgess Hill

Are you a passionate and supportive individual ready to make a real difference in young lives?

A school and college in Burgess Hill is seeking a dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a positive and friendly community, committed to providing individualised care and learning for students aged 2 to 19, including those with autism.

This establishment offers an inclusive and rewarding environment. Its dedicated teaching staff, supported by a strong multi-disciplinary team (including speech and language, occupational, and physiotherapy, and special school nurses), provide a highly personalised and creative curriculum, encouraging all students to achieve their full potential.

The Role: Empowering Every Student

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll be instrumental in creating a positive and engaging learning experience. You will:

• Provide individualised care and learning support to students, acting as a Pupil Champion for their academic, social, emotional, and personal care needs.
• Collaborate with staff and therapists to deliver a highly personalised curriculum.
• Foster an inclusive community where students feel happy and supported.
• Contribute to an environment that encourages all students to achieve their full potential and makes learning exciting and accessible.

What We're Looking For:

• A genuine passion for working with children and young people with special educational needs, especially those with autism, and a desire to make a real impact.
• An empathetic, understanding, and patient approach.
• A collaborative team player, eager to work alongside teachers and therapists.
• A proactive learner, keen to develop new skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• GCSEs in Maths and English (Level 2/Grade C or above).
• A strong understanding of Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures.
• Access to your own transport.

Why Join This Team?

• Meaningful Impact: Help students, including those with autism, thrive.
• Supportive Environment: Work in an incredibly positive setting with a highly skilled multi-disciplinary team.
• Career Development: Access fully funded training and qualification opportunities, including RQF CACHE courses (Levels 2, 3 & 4) and opportunities to complete Maths and English GCSEs. Support for those interested in a teaching career is also provided.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible, term-time only contracts.
• Competitive Pay: £88.92 - £100 per day.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Thorough Induction Training (covering autism, Behaviour Analysis, Safeguarding, Emergency Medication, Behaviour Management, and Personal/Intimate Care), free uniform and DBS check, company pension scheme, and staff well-being facilities.
• Join a welcoming community in the heart of Burgess Hill.

If a compassionate individual is ready to contribute to a truly rewarding educational experience, they are encouraged to apply! Send your CV today!