Part-Time SEN Teaching Assistant - KS1, 3 Days per Week

Location: Crawley, West Sussex
Pay: £110-£120 per day
Hours: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 8:15am-5:00pm
Contract: 12-week temp-to-perm, Term-time only
Setting: Independent Primary School

Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant? Looking for a Part-Time Role?

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity in a welcoming independent primary school?

NextGen Teachers are working with a lovely independent school in Crawley to recruit a confident, proactive and self-sufficient Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated support to a Key Stage 1 pupil with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced education professional who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them reach their full potential.

The school is looking for someone who can provide consistent, tailored support throughout the school day, helping the pupil access learning, build confidence and feel supported within the classroom.

This role would suit an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who is confident working independently and can use their initiative to meet a pupil's individual needs.

The Role - SEN Teaching Assistant

You will provide dedicated 1:1 support to a KS1 pupil, helping them engage with learning and participate positively in the classroom.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing individualised support in line with the pupil's EHCP and learning objectives.

• Supporting classroom activities, learning engagement and participation throughout the school day.

• Adapting learning activities and your approach to meet the pupil's individual needs.

• Encouraging confidence, independence and positive interactions within the classroom.

• Working proactively and using your own initiative to provide consistent, effective support.

• Building a positive working relationship with the pupil, teacher and wider school team.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to a child's educational experience while working within a supportive independent school.

Who We're Looking For

The school is seeking an experienced and confident Teaching Assistant who can provide high-quality SEN support with minimal supervision.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have previous experience working within a primary school or classroom setting.

• Have experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ideally in a 1:1 capacity.

• Understand how to provide tailored support in line with a child's individual needs.

• Be confident, proactive and comfortable working independently.

• Have a patient, adaptable and positive approach to supporting children.

• Be able to build strong relationships and encourage learning, engagement and independence.

Previous classroom and SEN experience is essential for this position, as the successful candidate will need to confidently manage the support required throughout the school day.

Why Apply?

• Part-time working: Enjoy a consistent three-day working week.

• Rewarding 1:1 support: Make a meaningful difference to a KS1 pupil's learning and development.

• Independent school setting: Join a welcoming school with a supportive team.

• Competitive daily pay: £110-£120 per day.

• Potential for permanent employment: A 12-week temp-to-perm opportunity.

• Accessible location: Based in Crawley, with public transport access.

The Details

• Location: Crawley, West Sussex

• Pay: £110-£120 per day

• Working days: Monday, Wednesday and Friday

• Hours: 8:15am-5:00pm

• Contract: 12-week temp-to-perm

• Working pattern: Term-time only

• Setting: Independent Primary School

Apply Today

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a part-time role where you can make a genuine difference, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this opportunity and find out more about the role through NextGen Teachers.

Please note: Previous primary classroom and SEN experience is essential. The successful candidate must be confident providing 1:1 support and working independently. The school is based in Crawley and is accessible by public transport.

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