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Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant

United Kingdom, East Grinstead 88.92 - 95.00 GBP / Day · Job Posted June 11, 2026
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Are you passionate about empowering children and young people with complex needs to thrive? We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistants to join our amazing and supportive team at a residential special school in Lingfield. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to make a direct and meaningful impact on the lives of pupils aged 4 to 19, including those with epilepsy, autism, learning difficulties, and complex neurological conditions.

Job Responsibility

  • Collaborate with teachers to deliver engaging lessons and support pupil learning
  • Provide individualised support, helping pupils with their academic, social, emotional, and personal care needs
  • Contribute to making learning exciting and accessible for every pupil

Requirements

  • 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
  • A genuine passion for working with children with special needs and a desire to make a difference
  • A collaborative team player, eager to share ideas and work effectively with others
  • A proactive learner, keen to develop new skills and knowledge to best support pupils

Nice to have

  • experience in administering medication
  • experience in managing challenging behaviour
  • experience with autism spectrum disorders
  • experience with learning difficulties
  • experience with social emotional mental health
  • manual handling
  • restraint training
  • speech and language therapy experience
  • background in youth work
  • behaviour management
  • mentor experience
  • personal care experience

What we offer

  • Thorough Induction Training covering autism, Behaviour Analysis, Safeguarding, Emergency Medication, Behaviour Management, and Personal/Intimate Care
  • Support and training for those interested in pursuing a teaching career
  • Free uniform and DBS check
  • Company pension scheme enrolment
  • Staff well-being and support facilities
  • Fully funded training and qualification opportunities, including RQF CACHE courses (Levels 2, 3 & 4)
  • Opportunities to complete Maths and English GCSEs
  • Flexible, term-time only contracts
  • Referral Bonus
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