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Primary SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 9 days ago

Salary: £ 90 - 95 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Eastbourne

Expire in: 19 days

Job Description

Primary SEN Teaching Assistant – Eastbourne

Location: Eastbourne, East Sussex
 Contract: Full-time 
 Start Date: ASAP 
 Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a successful and inclusive all-through school in Eastbourne to recruit a dedicated Primary SEN Teaching Assistant.

This well-established school is part of a forward-thinking multi-academy trust and provides education for pupils aged 2–16. The school is known for its strong sense of community, inclusive ethos, and commitment to ensuring every child is supported to achieve their full potential. The school promotes a culture of high expectations, resilience, and personal development.

The Role

As a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Work closely with teachers and the SENCo to implement personalised learning plans
Support pupils with a range of needs, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language, and SEMH
Adapt learning activities to ensure accessibility and engagement
Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
Help create a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience supporting children with SEN (in a school or similar setting)
Is patient, empathetic, and resilient
Can build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
Is proactive and able to use initiative
Is committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice
Holds a relevant TA or SEN qualification (desirable but not essential)

About the School

A successful all-through school within a growing multi-academy trust
Located in the coastal town of Eastbourne
Strong emphasis on inclusion, wellbeing, and personal development
Values-driven ethos built on Respect, Resilience, and Responsibility
Broad, ambitious curriculum designed to support all learners, including those with additional needs
Supportive leadership team and collaborative staff culture

What We Offer

Competitive daily rates of pay
Ongoing CPD and SEN-focused training opportunities
Dedicated consultant support through Teaching Personnel
Opportunity for a long-term or permanent role
If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a meaningful difference in a nurturing and ambitious school environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Teaching Personnel to be considered.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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