Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Full-Time 23000 - 27000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
All The Top Bananas

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support children with special needs in a nurturing environment and help them thrive.
  • Company: A compassionate primary academy dedicated to inclusive education.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, on-site training, and career progression opportunities.
  • Other info: Gain hands-on experience and network with professionals in the field.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while kickstarting your career in the SEN sector.
  • Qualifications: Compassionate approach and good communication skills are essential.

The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.

Are you wanting to make a difference for children and young people with Special Needs? This specialist primary academy in the Haywards Heath area is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 5-11 with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, including autism and ADHD. Part of a well-established multi-academy trust, the school provides a nurturing and structured environment where pupils are supported to rebuild confidence, develop positive behaviours and achieve both academically and personally.

With a strong emphasis on personalised learning, therapeutic support and inclusive practice, the school is committed to helping every child reach their full potential. A SEN TA is a great way to kick start your career within the SEN sector. With this role in Haywards Heath, you will have the chance to work closely aside and network with a range of professionals, such as Therapists and Counsellors. This is an amazing opportunity to get your 'foot in the door', whilst gaining first-hand experience and expanding your knowledge and skillsets.

If you are looking for career progression routes that include SEN Teacher, Speech and Language Therapists, and Occupational Therapy, then this job in Haywards Heath is for you!

Job role and responsibilities for a Special Needs Teaching Assistant:
  • Assist the class teacher with the learning experience
  • Provide dedicated support to pupils with learning, physical, sensory, or behavioural challenges
  • Ability to build trusted and effective relationships with the pupils
  • Willing to do 1:1 and small group support and work with pupils
  • Follow the safeguarding guidelines and implement them in the classroom
  • Have good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Be a good listener with a compassionate and caring approach
  • Needs to attend staff meetings and complete relevant CPD
  • Able to commute to Haywards Heath

Start date September, trial days taking place to ensure the role and school is right for you. Fantastic on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all pupils. Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, term time only. £93-£105 per day. You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship. Candidates registering with Academics will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.

Apply now or contact Maddy Thatcher at Academics if interested in the Special Needs Teaching Assistant role: 01483 362393.

Special Needs Teaching Assistant employer: All The Top Bananas

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All The Top Bananas

Contact Details:

All The Top Bananas Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Compassionate Approach
Dedication to Supporting Pupils
Understanding of Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Needs
Knowledge of Autism and ADHD
Ability to Build Trusting Relationships
1:1 and Small Group Support Skills
Safeguarding Knowledge