At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional needs, helping them thrive in a nurturing classroom environment.
- Company: Welcoming primary school in Worthing, dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, dedicated support, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Long-term opportunities and free training available for all candidates.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives and help them reach their potential.
- Qualifications: Passion for supporting children; experience with SEN is a plus but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 22500 - 27500 £ per year.
Location: Worthing, West Sussex
Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time / Long-term
Are you passionate about helping children feel confident, included and supported in the classroom? We are working with a welcoming primary school in Worthing who are looking for a caring and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working closely with children and wants to make a genuine difference to their day-to-day experience at school.
The Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide support to children with a range of additional needs, helping them to feel settled, engaged and able to access their learning. Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required
- Supporting children with their learning and development
- Helping pupils with additional needs to engage positively in the classroom
- Encouraging independence, confidence and communication
- Supporting children with their social and emotional development
- Working closely with the class teacher and wider support team
- Creating a positive, inclusive and nurturing environment
We're Looking For
The school is looking for someone who is:
- Patient, caring and approachable
- Passionate about supporting children with additional needs
- Confident working as part of a team
- Able to build positive relationships with pupils
- Consistent and encouraging in their approach
- Reliable, proactive and keen to make a difference
Previous experience working with SEN is desirable, but not essential. Experience in a primary school, nursery, childcare, support work or similar settings would also be welcomed.
Why Work With Us?
- Long-term opportunities in primary and SEN schools across West Sussex
- Competitive rates of pay
- Dedicated consultant support
- Opportunities to build your experience within education
- Free trial days available so you can experience the school before committing
If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can help children feel confident, included and supported to reach their potential, we'd love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
Locations
SEN Teaching Assistant in Norfolk, Worthing employer: Teaching Personnel
Teaching Personnel is an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering educators and supporting their professional growth. With a strong commitment to safeguarding and a nurturing work culture, we offer competitive pay, free CPD training, and a dedicated consultant for guidance throughout your journey. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with additional needs in the vibrant Salford area.
