Supply Teaching Assistant

Location: Haywards Heath, West Sussex
Pay: £90-£110 per day (dependent on experience and role)
Contract: Flexible Supply, Day-to-Day & Long-Term Opportunities
Start Date: September 2026

Flexible Education Support Roles Across Haywards Heath

Are you a passionate Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant (LSA), SEN Teaching Assistant or experienced support worker looking for flexible opportunities within schools?

NextGen Teachers is working with a variety of welcoming primary and secondary schools across Haywards Heath and the surrounding West Sussex areas, offering flexible Teaching Assistant positions to suit different levels of experience and availability.

Whether you are looking for regular day-to-day supply, part-time hours, short-term assignments or a longer-term placement, we can help you find a role that matches your skills and career aspirations.

You will support pupils across different key stages, working alongside teachers and school staff to provide classroom support, individual assistance and small group interventions. Opportunities are available across mainstream, SEN and specialist settings, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including SEND, Autism (ASC), ADHD and SEMH.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting pupils' learning and development across primary and secondary settings
• Providing 1:1 and small group support where required
• Assisting pupils with SEND and additional learning needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and engagement
• Supporting teachers with classroom activities and interventions
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff

We're Looking For

We welcome applications from candidates with experience as:

• Teaching Assistants
• Learning Support Assistants (LSAs)
• SEN Teaching Assistants
• Classroom Assistants
• Behaviour Support Workers
• Youth Workers
• Care or support workers with transferable experience
• Graduates looking to begin a career in education

You will be caring, reliable and adaptable, with a genuine passion for supporting children and young people to succeed.

Why Work in Supply?

• Flexible working to fit around your lifestyle
• Opportunities across a range of schools and year groups
• Gain valuable classroom experience
• Choose from day-to-day, short-term and longer-term placements
• Potential routes into permanent education roles

Why Work with NextGen Teachers?

• Competitive daily pay of £90-£110 depending on experience and assignment
• Weekly pay
• Access to a wide network of local schools across Haywards Heath and West Sussex
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions

Apply Today

If you are looking for flexible Teaching Assistant opportunities in Haywards Heath, West Sussex, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join NextGen Teachers and take the next step in your education career.

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