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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. This establishment offers an inclusive and rewarding environment. Its dedicated teaching staff, supported by a strong multi-disciplinary team (including speech and language, occupational, and physiotherapy, and special school nurses), provide a highly personalised and creative curriculum, encouraging all students to achieve their full potential.
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 genuine passion for working with children and young people with special educational needs, especially those with autism
An empathetic, understanding, and patient approach
A collaborative team player
A proactive learner
Excellent communication skills
A strong understanding of Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures
Access to your own transport
What we offer:
Fully funded training and qualification opportunities including RQF CACHE courses (Levels 2, 3 & 4)
Opportunities to complete Maths and English GCSEs
Support for those interested in a teaching career
Flexible term-time only contracts
Comprehensive Induction Training (covering autism, Behaviour Analysis, Safeguarding, Emergency Medication, Behaviour Management, and Personal/Intimate Care)