Teaching Assistant

Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant / Trainee Tutor (SEN / SEND / ASD) - East Grinstead

Location: East Grinstead, West Sussex
Salary: £24,303 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday | Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP / Immediate Start

Are you looking to build a career in SEN education, mental health, or child development?

A specialist SEN school in East Grinstead is seeking a compassionate and motivated Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant / Trainee Tutor to join their supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates, aspiring Teaching Assistants, and candidates from care or support backgrounds to gain valuable hands-on experience supporting children and young people with additional needs.

Full training and ongoing support are provided, making this role ideal for anyone looking to develop a long-term career in SEN / SEND education.

The Role

As a Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a range of additional needs, including:

• Autism (ASC / ASD)
• PMLD (Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties)
• SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties)
• Communication and sensory needs
• Complex learning difficulties

Working closely with experienced teachers and SEN professionals, you will help pupils access learning, develop confidence, and build important life skills within a structured and nurturing environment.:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting with learning, communication, and classroom engagement
• Supporting pupils with Autism, SEND, and complex needs
• Encouraging independence, social interaction, and confidence
• Assisting with sensory and structured learning activities
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Providing personal care and physical support where required

Who This Role Would Suit:

This opportunity is ideal for:

• Psychology, Sociology, or Criminology graduates
• Aspiring SEN Teaching Assistants or Learning Support Assistants
• Candidates from care, youth work, or support work backgrounds
• Anyone passionate about supporting children with additional needs

The Ideal Candidate Will Be:

• Patient, calm, and resilient
• Passionate about SEN / SEND and inclusive education
• A strong communicator and team player
• Proactive and willing to learn new skills
• Comfortable supporting pupils with complex needs
• A driver with access to a vehicle (essential due to location)

Why Apply?

• Full training and ongoing CPD provided
• Excellent entry route into SEN education
• Supportive and experienced school environment
• Long-term career progression opportunities
• Valuable experience working with Autism, PMLD, SLD, and complex needs
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference every day

Apply Now

If you are looking to start a rewarding career in SEN education and want to gain hands-on experience in a specialist school setting, apply today to be considered for this opportunity in East Grinstead.

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