SEND Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist SEN School
Location: Crawley, RH10 - commutable from Three Bridges, Horley, East Grinstead and surrounding areas
Pay: Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm
Contract: Long-term, permanent position
Long Term Futures is recruiting a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Crawley, RH10, on a full-time, permanent basis.
This is an all-through specialist school supporting pupils aged 5-18, offering the opportunity to work with children and young people at different stages of their education and development.
The school provides individualised education for pupils with a range of special educational needs, and we're looking for someone who is patient, adaptable and confident supporting pupils who require additional guidance, structure and encouragement.
This position would suit an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant who is looking to establish a long-term career within specialist education.
About the Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils aged 5-18
• Assist teachers in delivering differentiated and individualised learning activities
• Work towards individual targets outlined within pupils' EHCPs
• Support emotional regulation, sensory needs and positive behaviour
• Assist with personal care where required, maintaining dignity and safeguarding

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience within a specialist SEN school, alternative provision or SEND setting would be advantageous
• Confident supporting pupils across different age groups and developmental stages
• Experience providing 1:1 support and managing challenging or dysregulated behaviour
• Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, AAC or visual communication strategies would be beneficial
• Proactive, enthusiastic and confident working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Committed to a full-time, permanent position

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Consistent working hours: 8:30am-4:00pm
• Opportunity to develop a long-term career within specialist SEND education
• Dedicated consultant support throughout the recruitment process

Next Steps
If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a permanent opportunity within a specialist school in Crawley, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hannah at Long Term Futures.
Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.