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SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 12 days ago

Salary: £ 462 - 475 /
Job Type: Contract
Location: East Sussex

Expire in: 16 days

Job Description

Location: East Sussex
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only

Academics are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming SEN school in East Sussex from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and wants to make a genuine difference in a specialist educational setting.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and personalised learning.
Support children with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and complex learning difficulties.
Encourage positive behaviour and independence.
Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

What We're Looking For

To be considered for this role, you must have:

A minimum of 6 months' UK experience supporting children or adults with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
Previous experience working within a UK school, specialist provision or care setting.
A patient, resilient and proactive approach.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.

Why Join Academics?

Competitive daily rates of pay.
A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles.
Access to a wide range of schools across East Sussex.
Ongoing support and professional development opportunities.Please note: Due to the requirements of this position, applications will only be considered from candidates with a minimum of 6 months' UK experience supporting children or adults with SEN.

If you're looking for a rewarding full-time role in an SEN school this September, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your up-to-date CV and one of our consultants will be in touch.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

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