Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Job Description

Are you a passionate and dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? We're currently recruiting for a compassionate and proactive Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant and supportive specialist school in the Robertsbridge area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Special Needs Teaching Assistant who thrives in a nurturing environment and is committed to supporting pupils with a range of complex needs, including autism, social‑emotional difficulties, and learning disabilities.

• Location:
  
  Robertsbridge, East Sussex
• Hours:
  
  Full‑time, Monday to Friday (term‑time only)
• Start date:
  
  ASAP or after October half term
• Contract type:
  Long‑term with potential for permanent placement

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Assisting with daily classroom activities and adapted learning plans
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff
• Providing personal care, where required

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (desirable but not essential)
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• Strong communication skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one)

• A welcoming and inclusive school community
• Supportive senior leadership and experienced SEN teams
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on young lives
• Refer a friend and earn £75 for a TA & £125 for a Qualified Teacher!

Apply today to become a valued Special Needs Teaching Assistant and start making a real difference.

Alternatively, if this job is not for you then please still get in touch with us for other roles or refer it to a friend who might be interested in this role!*

Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face‑to‑face registration and an enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).