SEN Teaching Assistant – Secondary School

An SEN Teaching Assistant – Secondary School is needed in East Sussex to join a school in Bexhill from September.

This full‑time, contract role offers £100‑£105 per day via PAYE and involves supporting students with Autism Spectrum Condition.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with autism.
• Support pupils both in the classroom and around the school.
• Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging and accessible learning.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Help students develop independence, communication and social skills.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.

• Experience supporting children or young people in school, SEN, care, youth work or similar settings.
• Understanding of autism and additional learning needs (experience desirable but not essential).
• Patience, resilience and compassion.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to helping every student succeed.

• £105 per day paid weekly via PAYE.
• Full‑time, term‑time position.
• September start.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.
• Opportunities for professional development and future long‑term or permanent roles.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to young people’s lives every day.

Teach South Kent is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant safer recruitment checks.