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Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant (Braille) | Crawley Location: Crawley, West Sussex Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: Competitive (Based on experience) Are you an expert in UEB Braille looking for a permanent career move in West Sussex? We are seeking a dedicated Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant to join a highly-regarded primary school in Crawley. This is a rare, long-term opportunity to make a measurable impact on a student's educational journey. The Role: 1:1 Visual Impairment Support In this specialist role, you will provide vital 1:1 support for a primary-aged student with visual impairments. You won't just be an assistant; you will be the bridge between the curriculum and the student, ensuring full inclusively and independence.
Job Responsibility:
Braille Transcription: Accurately transcribing classroom materials into Unified English Braille (UEB) and vice versa
Curriculum Access: Adapting lesson plans in real-time alongside the Class Teacher and SENCO
Assistive Technology: Supporting the student with specialist VI equipment and software
Holistic Development: Fostering social integration and emotional resilience within the school environment
Requirements:
Braille Proficiency: You must have a working knowledge of UEB (Unified English Braille)
VI Experience: Previous experience supporting children with Visual Impairments or complex SEN is essential
Stability: As this is a permanent role, we are looking for a professional committed to providing long-term consistency for the student
Location: Ideally based in or able to commute easily to Crawley/West Sussex
What we offer:
training and education
Safeguarding & Prevent
Expert Guidance: Work with a dedicated consultant specialising in the West Sussex education market
Professional Development: Access to our extensive library of CPD and safeguarding training
Seamless Transition: We handle the heavy lifting of the interview and on boarding process for you