Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant - Dyslexic Specialist
Location: Crawley, West Sussex
Contract: Temp ongoing Monday to Thursday term time only
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £100 - £110 per day DOE

We are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant with proven experience supporting dyslexia, and using a range of evidence-based strategies to strengthen reading, writing, and wider literacy skills at Year 5 level.

This TA involves working 1:2 with two KS2 pupils who require personalised support to help them thrive. It's a fantastic long-term Learning Support Assistant opportunity within a warm, family-focused school, with a clear temp-to-perm route for the right person.

Benefits

• £100 - £110 per day (depending on experience)

• 4 days a week (Monday-Thursday)

• Supportive and committed families who value collaboration

• Long-term role with a temp-to-perm opportunity, supporting the pupils as they transition into secondary education

• Possibility of additional work during school holidays

The Role

• Provide 1:2 LSA support for two KS2 pupils with dyslexia, ADHD, and sensory processing needs

• Use a range of dyslexia-friendly strategies and interventions to strengthen reading, spelling, handwriting, and overall literacy

• Deliver tailored literacy and handwriting programmes to help close learning gaps

• Support pupils with sensory regulation strategies and offer brain breaks where appropriate

• Encourage confidence, creativity, and independence in every learning activity

• Work closely with families to ensure consistent, personalised support

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting KS2 pupils with SEN, especially dyslexia, ADHD, and sensory needs

• SpLD / ATS / APS qualification or credible experience supporting pupils with Dyselxia

• Strong understanding of dyslexia-specific techniques-such as multisensory approaches, overlearning, scaffolded writing, and structured reading interventions

• Patient, resilient, and skilled at building positive, trusting relationships

• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

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