Teaching Assistant - September 2026 Start

SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist School - East Grinstead

Location: East Grinstead, West Sussex
Pay: £90-£110 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term / Temp-to-Perm
Start Date: September 2026

Are you looking for a rewarding role supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs?

We are recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in East Grinstead this September. This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates from education, care, support work, or psychology graduate backgrounds who are passionate about making a difference in young people's lives.

The school supports pupils with a range of additional needs, providing a structured, supportive, and nurturing learning environment.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to help pupils access learning, develop confidence, and achieve positive outcomes both academically and socially.

You will provide support within the classroom, through small group work, and on a 1:1 basis where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with SEN / SEND in lessons and daily activities
• Assisting with learning, communication, and classroom engagement
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Building positive and consistent relationships with pupils
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and social development
• Working collaboratively with teachers and specialist staff

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Experienced as a Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker, or similar
• Interested in SEN, SEND, Autism, SEMH, or additional needs
• Calm, patient, and nurturing in their approach
• Proactive, reliable, and adaptable
• Strong communicators who work well as part of a team

Graduates interested in education, psychology, mental health, or child development are also encouraged to apply.

Why Apply?

• Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent placement
• Supportive specialist school environment
• Valuable SEN and classroom experience
• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
• Opportunity to build a long-term career within education and SEND

Apply Now

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and are looking for a rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant role in East Grinstead, apply today to be considered.

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