Teaching Assistant – Part Time

Location: Lewes
Job Title: Part-Time Teaching Assistant
Hours: Part-time, including midday supervision

We are seeking a compassionate and patient Teaching Assistant to join our team part-time, supporting children with various special educational needs (SEN) during the school day. This role involves providing essential assistance to children with additional needs in the classroom, supporting their midday meals, and encouraging positive social interactions. The ideal candidate will be comfortable adapting to different needs, have a strong understanding of SEN, and be proactive in creating an inclusive and nurturing environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys making a meaningful impact in a flexible role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to children with diverse SEN, fostering an encouraging and structured learning environment.
• Assist with lunchtime routines, supporting children as needed to ensure a safe and positive mealtime experience.
• Help children engage with the curriculum, breaking down tasks and providing clear instructions to promote independence and confidence.
• Work closely with the classroom teacher to implement support strategies tailored to each child’s needs.
• Monitor children’s well-being and social interactions during breaks, encouraging social development and positive behaviour.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where all children feel valued and supported.

Essential Experience/Attributes:

• Previous experience working with children with special educational needs, ideally in a primary or early years setting.
• Familiarity with various SEN, including autism spectrum conditions, ADHD, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• Ability to provide support during midday meals and supervise children with care and sensitivity.
• Clear communication skills and a nurturing approach to building rapport with pupils.
• Ability to work within a team, using initiative and creativity to adapt activities as needed.
• A DBS check registered on the update service or a willingness to obtain one.
• Patient, empathetic, and understanding, with a strong focus on inclusive practices.

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for working with children with SEN, we encourage you to apply today!

Important Notice: To successfully apply for the above position, you should be eligible to work in the UK or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality, and integrity are at the heart of what we do. Pink Tile is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. During the application process, you will be required to:

– Provide details for us to complete reference checks before employment.
– Provide an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one (which Pink Tile can assist with).

Pink Tile Education, their schools, and candidates all share the view of “Best Fit, Every Time,” and our role is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employers. Please note the pay is inclusive of the 12.07% PAYE holiday.

We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we sometimes cannot reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time, your application may have been unsuccessful on this specific occasion, but we encourage you to apply for positions that you may see in the future. Alternatively, please check missed calls and all your email folders as it may have been that we have tried to reach you. Thank you.