Sen Teaching Assistant

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: West Sussex
Salary: £92.63 £120 per day
Start: June 2026

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting SEN students? Our welcoming school in West Sussex is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join their team and make a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is valued. You will play a vital role in providing tailored support to students, helping them access learning and develop essential communication and life skills.

The role:

• Support non-verbal and SEN students with their learning and communication needs
• Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and use alternative communication strategies
• Assist the class teacher in creating an inclusive and engaging classroom environment
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to the SENCO and teaching staff
• Promote independence and social interaction among students

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience working with non-verbal students or in a SEN setting
• Knowledge of alternative communication methods (e.g., PECS, Makaton)
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to supporting children with additional needs
• A relevant qualification or willingness to undertake training
• Driving License and Unrestricted use of transport

Benefits:

• Competitive daily pay (£92.63 £120)
• Safeguarding training
• Weekly pay
• Dedicated support team
• Designated consultant
• £100 referral bonus for successful teacher/TA introductions (5+ shifts)

If you would like to hear more about this exciting opportunity, then please give Saleh a call on (phone number removed) and Apply Below.

Due to the high response to online adverts, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Supply Desk offers a £100 Golden Hello for anyone who introduces a teacher or teaching assistant. Contact us for further details.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.