Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (Special Educational Needs)

Location: Near Horsham, West Sussex

Salary: £20,020 - £24,500 per annum (Depending on Experience)

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Available

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

About the Role Are you looking for a rewarding career as an SEN Teaching Assistant where you can make a real difference in young people's lives?

An award-winning special educational needs (SEN) school in Near Horsham, West Sussex is seeking a compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 5-16 (Primary and Secondary). You will work alongside experienced educators to support learners with complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), and non-verbal communication needs.

This large, inclusive SEN provision supports over 100 students and is renowned for its fun, safe, and supportive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• 1:1 and Group Support: Assist primary and secondary SEN students with academic tasks, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
• Behaviour Management: Help draft and implement individual behaviour plans (IBPs) to support safe and productive learning environments.
• Progress Tracking: Monitor and record learner progress, reporting feedback to the class teacher and SENCO.
• Team Collaboration: Work alongside class teachers, therapists, and support staff to deliver tailored educational programs.
• Safe Learning Environment: Maintain a safe, inclusive space where neurodivergent students feel empowered to succeed.

Requirements & Skills

• Experience or strong interest in working with Special Educational Needs (SEN), Autism (ASC), or ADHD.
• Patience, empathy, and strong de-escalation skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary school team.
• Team Teach certification is desirable (Free Team Teach training provided by Randstad Education).
• Must hold valid eligibility to work in the UK and pass enhanced DBS compliance checks.

Benefits & What We Offer

• Free CPD & Training: Access free Team Teach qualification and continuous professional development.
• Career Growth: Clear pathways for career progression and potential permanent school contracts.
• Supportive Leadership: Join an established, highly experienced SEN leadership team.
• Flexibility: Full-time and part-time options available across a wider network of schools in West Sussex.

How to Apply Ready to take the next step in your educational career? Contact Bryony di Cara today for a confidential chat about this role and other teaching assistant jobs in West Sussex.

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Randstad Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates are subject to standard compliance checks, including an Enhanced DBS check.