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Teaching Assistant - Sen

United Kingdom, Haywards Heath 89.00 - 95.00 GBP / Day · Job Posted June 15, 2026
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Job Description

A school and college in Burgess Hill is seeking a dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a positive and friendly community, committed to providing individualised care and learning for students aged 2 to 19, including those with autism.

Job Responsibility

  • Provide individualised care and learning support to students, acting as a Pupil Champion for their academic, social, emotional, and personal care needs
  • Collaborate with staff and therapists to deliver a highly personalised curriculum
  • Foster an inclusive community where students feel happy and supported
  • Contribute to an environment that encourages all students to achieve their full potential and makes learning exciting and accessible

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

Nice to have

  • background in youth work
  • 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
  • marking
  • mentor experience
  • personal care experience
  • planning
  • restraint training
  • speech and language therapy experience

What we offer

  • Thorough Induction Training (covering autism, Behaviour Analysis, Safeguarding, Emergency Medication, Behaviour Management, and Personal/Intimate Care)
  • company pension scheme
  • staff well-being facilities
  • Access fully funded training and qualification opportunities, including RQF CACHE courses (Levels 2, 3 & 4) and opportunities to complete Maths and English GCSEs
  • Support for those interested in a teaching career is also provided
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible, term-time only contracts
  • Referral Bonus

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