Sen Teaching Assistant

SEN 1:1 TA – Primary School

Are you passionate about inclusive education and supporting children with Special Educational Needs? Supply Desk are looking for a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Worthing that we are partnered with, and provide high-quality, tailored support to pupils with EHCPs.

You’ll work closely with children who need additional help with communication, emotional regulation, and access to learning—using effective and structured routines, behaviour management techniques, and a nurturing approach to help them thrive.

You'll collaborate with experienced staff and external professionals, ensuring every child receives the regulated support they need to flourish both academically and emotionally.

Key Skills & Experience:

Experience or strong interest in supporting children with SEN, including ASD, speech & language needs, or SEMH.

A sound understanding of EHCPs, differentiation, and inclusive classroom practice.

Confident using alternative communication tools and adapting teaching through scaffolding.

A nurturing, proactive attitude and ability to work as part of a collaborative support team.

We Offer:

A warm, inclusive school environment rooted in positivity and progress.

Ongoing training in SEN best practices and communication approaches.

A supportive leadership team that values every member of staff.

Opportunities to make a real impact in children's lives every single day.

Requirements:

References for the past 2 years.

An Enhanced DBS Check on the update service (we can support you in applying for one).

6 months of previous experience working with children preferred.

If you believe in the power of inclusive education and are ready to make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of something exceptional and rewarding!

Safeguarding:

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrateadditional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles