Teaching Assistant (PR-1541944) Crawley, England

Salary: GBP95 - GBP105 per day + PAYE, Referral Bonus

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant

Are you a compassionate, proactive individual ready to be the key to a child's educational journey?

We are a dedicated recruitment agency partnering with primary and early years settings, and we're looking for an exceptional Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to provide vital one-to-one support to a child. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to transform a student's experience in the classroom.

The Role: Your Impact

As a Teaching Assistant focused on SEN support, you will be the child's champion. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

  • One-to-One Support: Focusing on both the child's academic progress and personal, social, and emotional development.
  • Tailored Learning: Implementing specific learning and development plans under the guidance of the Class Teacher or SENCO.
  • Emotional & Social Support: Offering a consistent and vital source of encouragement, helping the child feel secure and confident.
  • Positive Environment: Fostering an inclusive, encouraging, and structured learning atmosphere.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is someone who is reliable, empathetic, and ready to jump in and make a difference.

  • Experience: A minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, preferably within an early years or primary school setting.
  • Qualifications: A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or equivalent, relevant experience.
  • Professional Knowledge: An understanding of child development and best practices for SEN assistance.
  • Compliance: An enhanced DBS check (ideally registered on the Update Service).

Why Join Our Team?

We value our staff and strive to offer placements that support a healthy work-life balance and professional growth:

  • Flexibility: Enjoy flexible shift patterns to suit your personal needs.
  • Professional Growth: Gain valuable, long-term experience and access to ongoing training and professional development programs.
  • Dedicated Support: You will have a personal consultant offering dedicated support throughout your entire placement.
  • Easy Administration: Convenient online systems for managing your bookings and submitting time sheets.
  • Referral Bonus: A generous £300 refer-a-friend incentive for successfully introducing new candidates!

Ready to start a rewarding career as a vital part of a child's success story? Apply today!