Teaching Assistant - Year 5 SEN Support. Job in Crawley Education & Training Jobs

Master Class Education; Crawley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated SEN school in Crawley is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to support students with ADHD and sensory needs. You will provide tailored support, collaborate with teaching staff, and build positive relationships to foster a safe learning environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with SEN and a commitment to safeguarding. This role offers flexible work options and ongoing training.

Benefits

Weekly pay (PAYE)

Fantastic holiday scheme

Specialised consultant support

Free access to online learning

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion to support and empower children and young people.
• DBS on the Updates Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Commitment to safeguarding students and young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support throughout the school day.
• Collaborate with staff and specialists to adapt learning.
• Support students in managing emotions and focusing.
• Build a positive rapport and create a safe learning environment.

Skills

Experience with children with SEN

Understanding of behaviour support strategies

Calm and compassionate approach

Collaborative teamwork skills

Job description

Overview

An independent SEN school in the Crawley area is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team and work closely with two boys in Year 5 who have ADHD, dyslexia, and sensory processing needs.

The school boosts some excellent facilities like a speech and language therapy room, an occupational therapy suite, an emotional regulation space and quiet rooms for self-regulation.

The Role

• Provide consistent, tailored support throughout the school day.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, therapists, and SEN specialists to adapt learning activities.
• Support the student manage their emotions, focus in class, and engage with the curriculum.
• Build a positive rapport, using a patient approach to build trust and create a safe, structured learning environment.

Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with children with SEN, particularly ADHD and sensory needs.
• Understanding of behaviour support strategies and inclusive education.
• Calm, compassionate, and proactive in responding to individual needs.
• Able to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The School Offer

• A welcoming, child-centred school community.
• Ongoing training and support from experienced SEN professionals.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in pupils' development.

Master Class are the leaders across the UK in providing a unique, personal, and bespoke service to our schools and candidates.

Masterclass Education provide CPD recognised online training, covering subjects such as Safeguarding, Autism Awareness, Understanding Child Development, Violence Reduction, and more, to all our candidates.

Must Have

• Ability to work well independently and as a team
• Has a passion to support and empower children and young people
• A DBS on the Updates Service or willing to obtain one
• Commitment to safeguarding students and young people

Master Class are the leaders across the UK in providing a unique, personal, and bespoke service to our schools and candidates.

Benefits

• Weekly pay (PAYE)
• A fantastic holiday scheme
• Specialised consultants on hand to help you with advice and support
• MCE Learning portal, you will have free access to all our online learning in the latest education developments (CPD recognised).
• Flexible work options to work around your personal circumstances.

Our focus at Masterclass is, and always will be, on helping education professionals find their dream position in a school where they will be able to truly excel. We are always happy to support ECTs and encourage applications from all Teachers and TAs of every experience and scale.

Masterclass Education work exclusively with a large amount of Primary, Secondary and SEN schools across the area who look for MCE staff to be with them on daily cover, short- and long-term contracts. Masterclasses are a part of the REC and Crown Commercial Service, offering the most valued and trusted service.

Masterclass Education are disability confident and therefore if you require any adjustments through the interview/registration process please do get in contact.

We look forward to your application or any questions you may have!