Primary SEN Teaching Assistant

Primary SEN Teaching Assistant - Flexible Roles (West Sussex & Surrey)

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young learners? We are seeking a dedicated Primary SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team across West Sussex and Surrey. In this role, you will deliver targeted 1:1 support and small-group guidance for pupils with additional learning needs, driving real progress in their academic confidence, emotional resilience, and classroom independence every day.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored, individual assistance to pupils with special educational needs to keep them engaged with daily lessons.
• Lead focused literacy, numeracy, and social-skills sessions for pupils who require extra support.
• Build a safe, warm, and structured classroom atmosphere where every child feels valued, capable, and supported.
• Modify learning materials, visual aids, and tasks under teacher guidance to match individual learning styles.
• Utilize positive behavior techniques and de-escalation strategies to maintain a productive learning space.
• Work alongside Class Teachers and SENCOs to monitor progress and celebrate personal achievements.
• Scaffold daily tasks to encourage problem-solving and self-reliance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting primary school-aged children in an educational, early years, or care setting.
• Solid understanding of special educational needs (such as Autism, ADHD, SEMH, or speech and language difficulties).
• Patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to supporting young learners.
• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to build rapport with children and school staff.
• An enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or readiness to complete one).
• Nice-to-have:Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, specialized SEN training (Makaton, PECS, Team Teach), or experience with early phonics/math interventions.

What do we offer

• Competitive Daily Rates:Earn £90.00 to £105.00 per day, backed by reliable, prompt weekly pay.
• Flexibility:Choose from full-time or part-time schedules tailored to your personal availability.
• Support:Partner with a dedicated regional consultant who understands the local school networks.
• Technology:Manage shift schedules, log availability, and submit timesheets via our smart mobile app.
• Growth:Access to referral bonuses through our "Refer-a-Friend" scheme.

To Apply:

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your skills to schools across West Sussex and Surrey. Whether you are looking for long-term placement or flexible daily supply, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email removed]

experience

Non Teaching

skills

ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience

qualifications

CACHE level 1 or 2,CACHE level 2 or 3,early childhood studies degree,Finance/accounting diploma,health and social care experience,health and social care qualifications (NVQ),HLTA,HLTA,NVQ level 2,NVQ level 3,NVQ level 4

education

high school,college,university