SEN Teaching Assistant in Burgess Hill

Rate: £90–£110 per day

Contract: Permanent, term-time

Location: Burgess Hill

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support to pupils with SEN (cognition & learning, ASC, SEMH)
• Implement and monitor Education, Health & Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Adapt and prepare differentiated learning resources
• Support pupils with social skills, independent living, communication, and behaviour
• Attend and contribute to review meetings, safeguarding meetings, and multi-agency team work
• Mentor pupils during unstructured times (play, break, social interaction)
• Maintain records of pupil progress, behaviour, and intervention outcomes

Requirements / Advantages

• Driving licence an advantage for working across nearby schools
• Enhanced Child-Only DBS required or willingness to apply
• Experience working in SEN settings is beneficial

Why Apply

Stable role with progression opportunities and a chance to be part of a dedicated, long-term specialist team.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

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