Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start

SEND Teaching Assistant | Immediate Start | Burgess Hill

Are you a nurturing, patient, and dedicated individual looking to transition your care experience into a classroom setting?

We are seeking a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist provision in Burgess Hill. This role is perfect for someone who understands that supporting children with complex needs requires a "care-first" approach-building trust, providing emotional security, and fostering independence.

The Highlights

• Pay: £90 - £110 per day (DOE).
• Contract: 12-week Temp-to-Perm following a successful trial day.
• Hours: 8:45am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only).
• Location: Burgess Hill (Well connected by public transport).
• Start Date: Immediate Start available.
• Support: Free pre-placement training to help you transition your skills into the classroom.

Your Impact as a SEND Teaching Assistant

Supporting pupils across Primary and Secondary age groups, you will provide the essential "wraparound" support that allows students with additional needs to thrive. Your day-to-day will involve:

• Care & Support: Providing 1:1 care and tailored assistance to help pupils build their confidence in the classroom.
• Nurturing Environment: Creating a calm, safe, and structured space where every child feels valued and understood.
• Relationship Building: Developing deep, trusting bonds that focus on boosting their self-esteem and social skills alongside their education levels.
• School Liaison: Working closely with teachers and support staff to ensure lesson delivery is accessible, inclusive, and gentle.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant who is dependable and motivated. We highly value applicants with a background in Care, Support Work, or Healthcare, as well as those with:

• A genuine passion for the care and wellbeing of young people with additional needs.
• A resilient and calm nature-the ability recognise dysregulation and proactively complete the necessary steps to ensure emotional stability
• Keen Interest or Experience in care settings, youth services, or residential support (highly desirable).
• An eager, proactive attitude and the desire to start making a difference immediately.

Why NextGen Teachers:

• Access to a team with 20+ years of recruitment experience
• Honest, friendly guidance from experienced education consultants
• Free pre-placement training to build your confidence and skills
• Competitive daily rates
• Opportunities for long-term placements, temp to perm and career progression

Ready to make a difference? Apply now for an immediate start as a SEND Teaching Assistant and help provide the high-quality care and education these young people deserve!

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