Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant. Location: Worthing, West Sussex. Pay: £92.56 - £95.00 per day. Contract: Full-time / Term-time only. The Opportunity: Are you passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of children with complex learning needs? We are seeking dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistants to join a vibrant primary special school community in Worthing. The school supports 222 incredible pupils aged 4-11, all of whom have an Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP). We pride ourselves on a highly personalised approach, ensuring every child-regardless of their starting point-is challenged, motivated, and equipped for the future. The Role: As an SEN TA, you won't just be 'supporting a classroom'-you will be a vital part of a multi-disciplinary team. You will work alongside teachers, Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapists, and Occupational Therapists to help pupils overcome barriers across four key areas: Cognition and Learning; Communication and Interaction; Sensory and Physical Development; Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH). Why Join Us? You will have access to world-class facilities designed to stimulate and support our pupils, including: Hydrotherapy Pool & Rebound Therapy; Forest School & Climbing Wall; Sensory, Dark, and Immersive Rooms; Soft Play areas. About You: We are looking for individuals who put children at the heart of everything they do. You should be: Empathetic and Patient: Understanding that progress for our pupils can be measured in small, yet monumental, steps. Adaptive: Ready to support pupils in diverse settings, from the classroom to the Forest School. Collaborative: Able to work effectively within a skilled team of specialists and educators. Passionate: Driven to celebrate every achievement, no matter how small.