Teaching Assistant - Primary SEN School (Dyslexia & Literacy Support)

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

Are you a passionate Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant with an interest in Dyslexia, literacy intervention, and specialist SEND education?

We are recruiting for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and well-resourced primary SEN school in Crawley. This is a fantastic opportunity to support children with Dyslexia, literacy difficulties, communication needs, and additional learning needs within a nurturing and highly specialised environment.

This role is ideal for candidates who are passionate about helping children build confidence, develop literacy skills, and achieve positive outcomes both academically and emotionally.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and specialist staff to deliver tailored classroom support and targeted literacy interventions.

You will support pupils through structured phonics, reading, writing, and communication activities while helping create a positive and engaging learning environment where every child can succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with Dyslexia, literacy difficulties, and additional SEND needs
• Delivering 1:1 and small group literacy and phonics interventions
• Supporting reading, writing, spelling, and communication development
• Assisting with differentiated and adapted classroom activities
• Encouraging pupil confidence, engagement, and independence
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour strategies
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and specialist support staff

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or Literacy Support Assistant
• Has an interest in Dyslexia support, phonics, literacy intervention, or SEND
• Is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning
• Is calm, patient, and nurturing in their approach
• Builds positive and consistent relationships with pupils
• Works effectively as part of a supportive team
• Is motivated to develop specialist SEN and literacy support experience

Why Apply?

• Long-term role with potential for a permanent position
• Opportunity to develop specialist Dyslexia and SEND experience
• Supportive and highly specialised SEN school environment
• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
• Rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day
• Excellent experience for aspiring teachers, Educational Psychologists, SALT, or SEN specialists
• Supportive leadership team and strong staff wellbeing focus

Apply Now

If you are a dedicated Teaching Assistant looking to specialise in Dyslexia and SEND support within a primary SEN setting, apply today to be considered for this rewarding opportunity in Crawley.

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