SEN Teaching Assistant

Term Time Teachers

About this role

This SEN Teaching Assistant role in Eastbourne is offered on a contract basis with full-time and part-time opportunities, paying £477 to £525 per week. Working within specialist SEN schools and provisions across Eastbourne and surrounding areas, you will support pupils with autism and additional learning needs. Responsibilities include providing 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils communicate and engage with activities, and supporting individual learning and development goals. You will also provide a consistent and structured approach, encourage independence and positive social interaction, and work closely with teaching staff to meet pupils' individual needs.

Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Autism and Complex Needs - Eastbourne

Location: Eastbourne and surrounding areas
Hours: Full Time and Part Time opportunities
Setting: Specialist SEN School

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with autism and additional learning needs?

Academics are recruiting for SEN Teaching Assistants to work within specialist schools and provisions across Eastbourne, supporting pupils who benefit from a structured, patient and nurturing approach to learning.

You will work closely with teaching staff to help pupils develop communication skills, build confidence and access learning in a way that meets their individual needs.

You may be supporting pupils with:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

  • ADHD

  • Moderate, severe or profound learning difficulties

  • Communication and interaction needs

  • Sensory processing difficulties

  • Complex developmental needs

The role will involve:

  • Providing 1:1 and small-group support

  • Helping pupils communicate and engage with activities

  • Supporting individual learning and development goals

  • Providing a consistent and structured approach

  • Encouraging independence and positive social interaction

  • Working closely with teachers and the wider SEN team

Previous experience in an SEN setting is desirable. However, we are also keen to hear from candidates with backgrounds in care, disability support, childcare, psychology, occupational therapy support or similar.

Patience, adaptability and a genuine interest in supporting children with additional needs are essential.

Eastbourne | Autism and Complex Needs | SEN School

If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference, please send your up-to-date CV to Academics.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.