EN Teaching Assistant – Worthing, West Sussex

Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Location: Worthing, West Sussex
Start Date: September 

About the Role

We are seeking a caring, patient, and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team in Worthing. This rewarding role involves supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential.

You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to provide tailored support for pupils with a range of needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language difficulties, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Support pupils' academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Help implement Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and individual learning targets.
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and positive learning environment.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and resilience in learners.
• Support classroom organisation and preparation of learning resources.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external agencies where required.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (desirable but not essential).
• The ability to adapt learning approaches to meet individual needs.
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).
• A willingness to undertake relevant training and professional development.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive team environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in young people's lives.
• Term-time working pattern with school holidays off.
• Opportunities for career progression within SEN education.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and thrive in education, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a short covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

Join us and help make every child's learning journey a success.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken