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PMLD Teaching Assistant - Specialist SEND School Location: Burgess Hill, West Sussex Pay: £100 per day Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:45am-4:00pm (5:00pm Tuesdays) Contract: Full-time, term time only, 12-week temp-to-perm Start: ASAP - trial days imminent Are you working in nursery, care, healthcare, support work or another role where you provide hands-on support and looking to develop your career within education? NextGen Teachers are looking for a caring and committed Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Burgess Hill, supporting pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working closely with people, wants to develop specialist skills and is looking for a long-term career supporting children and young people with complex needs. The school has a highly supportive environment with small classes, a high staff-to-pupil ratio and a strong team of teachers, Teaching Assistants and specialist staff. You will work closely with experienced colleagues and receive training and support as you develop your confidence in the role. About the Role You will be based within a PMLD class supporting primary-aged pupils, many of whom are non-verbal and may have complex physical, medical and sensory needs. Your day will combine education, care and therapeutic support, helping pupils access learning and develop their communication, independence and confidence. You will: Support primary-aged pupils with PMLD and complex SEND Work with non-verbal pupils and wheelchair users Support communication, sensory activities and individual learning Provide personal and intimate care where required Support pupils with eating and drinking, including PEG/gastrostomy feeding following training Assist with moving and handling following appropriate training Support pupils with their physical, emotional and social development Follow individual care and learning plans Work closely with teachers, therapists and specialist support staff Help create a calm, safe and positive classroom environment Celebrate pupils' progress and encourage independence wherever possibleThis is a hands-on education and care role, so you must be comfortable supporting pupils with personal care and complex physical needs. Your Experience Could Be Transferable Previous school experience is not essential. Full training will be provided. The school is particularly interested in people who have experience in roles such as: Nursery Practitioner / Nursery Nurse Care Assistant Healthcare Assistant Support Worker Residential Support Worker SEN Support Worker Children's Support Worker Personal Care Assistant Rehabilitation or healthcare roles Experience supporting people with physical or complex needsYou may already have skills in personal care, moving and handling, feeding, communication support or working with individuals who require a high level of support. This experience can transfer extremely well into a specialist SEND school. Career Progression & Training This isn't just an opportunity to gain school experience. The school offers a supportive environment where you can develop specialist skills and build a long-term career in SEND education. You'll receive training and guidance from experienced staff and have the opportunity to develop your knowledge of: PMLD and complex SEND Communication and sensory support Personal care Moving and handling Feeding and medical needs Individual learning and development Supporting non-verbal pupils Specialist education and care approachesFor someone coming from nursery, care or healthcare, this can be a great next step into education. It can also provide valuable experience if you're considering a future career in teaching, SEND, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech and language therapy, healthcare or social care. What You'll Get £100 per day Full-time, Monday-Friday role Term-time working 12-week temp-to-perm opportunity Full training and ongoing support Specialist PMLD and SEND experience High staff-to-pupil ratio Supportive teachers and specialist colleagues Opportunities for ongoing training and CPD A chance to build a long-term career within specialist education Dedicated support from NextGen Teachers throughout your placementIf you have experience in nursery, care, healthcare, support work or personal care and would like to develop your career working with children with complex SEND, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this PMLD Teaching Assistant opportunity in Burgess Hill. Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role

Calling All Psychology, Criminology, And Sociology Graduates Special Needs Learning Support Assistant - Haywards Heath - West Sussex Are you a recent or soon-to-be graduate in Psychology, Criminology, or Sociology looking to gain hands-on experience working with children and young people? Are you considering a future career in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Mental Health, or Youth Justice? This supportive and inclusive Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Haywards Heath provides a nurturing environment for pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. The Role - Special Needs Learning Support Assistant This role in Haywards Heath is an excellent opportunity for graduates seeking practical experience before progressing into careers within psychology, therapy, or mental health services. As a Special Needs Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and specialist staff to support pupils' learning, behaviour, and emotional development. Key Responsibilities for a Special Needs Learning Support Assistant Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN Support emotional regulation, behaviour, and engagement Assist with personalised learning and behaviour strategies Observe and report on pupil progress and wellbeing Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils Help maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment Provide personal care where requiredWhat We're Looking For A degree in Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, or a related field A strong interest in mental health, behaviour, and child development A patient, resilient, and empathetic approach Strong communication and interpersonal skills A proactive and reflective mindset Experience with children or vulnerable individuals (desirable but not essential) Able to commute to Haywards HeathWhat You'll Gain First-hand experience in a specialist SEN/SEMH setting Exposure to behaviour management and therapeutic approaches Experience working alongside a multidisciplinary team A strong foundation for careers in psychology or mental health Ongoing training and development opportunities Start date September, trial days taking place to ensure the role and school is right for you Fantastic on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all pupils Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, term time only £93-£105 per day **You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship Candidates registering with Academics will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate Apply now or contact Maddy Thatcher at Academics if interested in the Special Needs Learning Support Assistant role in Haywards Heath: (phone number removed) l (url removed)Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

Aspiring SEN Teacher Burgess Hill - West Sussex - SEN - Learning Support Assistant - Education - £93-105 We are looking for a dedicated Aspiring SEN Teacher/SEN Learning Support Assistant (SEN LSA) to support children with special educational needs and associated social, emotional, mental health (SEMH) needs in a specialist school in Burgess Hill The Aspiring SEN Teacher/SEN Learning Support Assistant role based in Burgess Hill is an excellent way to get your 'foot in the door', providing the opportunity to work closely and network with other teams of professionals, gaining relevant experience, and expanding your knowledge and skillset. The SEN LSA role will give you essential experience within a challenging yet rewarding setting. A common feature for many children and young people with special educational needs is marginalisation and disadvantage, trauma, dysfunctional family relationships, low educational attainment and stigmatisation. Subsequently they face many barriers in life and are more 'at risk' of negative outcomes. As an Aspiring SEN Teacher/SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will be instrumental in providing consistency, and equipping children and young people with tools to ensure they feel safe, secure, empowered, and believe that they can succeed in life. Professional Skills & Requirments for an Aspiring SEN Teacher: Ability to prepare resources for teaching and learning activities Ability to plan learning activities to suit student ability with support from a teacher Personal and medical care including feeding and manual handling where necessary Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students Able to develop knowledge and experience to deliver appropriate support Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD Ensure safeguarding of students Able to commute to Burgess HillSeptember/October start, trial days taking place to ensure the role and school is right for you Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 16:00, PAYE, term time only £93-105-£90 per day **You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate Apply now or contact Maddy Thatcher at Academics Ltd if you are interested in the role in Burgess Hill: (phone number removed) || (url removed) Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

Learning Support Assistant needed £88-£110 a day Long term/ contract role- Guaranteed until July 2027 Within the Haywards Heath area the school is set in its own beautiful grounds. The residential special school caters for students with a range of SEN needs and has a fully enhanced curriculum. The aim of the school is to help the individual's access and progress with their independence. The school provides a fantastic holistic approach to education encompassing teaching and learning with a therapy input. This specialised school is a non-maintained residential special school, designed to meet the educational, behavioural, care and therapeutic needs of children (age 6-16 years). The children have a range of special needs including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) and Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC). The school is looking for a full time learning support assistant who is willing to make a difference and can engage students in their primary unit. Hours: Monday-Friday 08:30-4pm This is a term time only role. School Benefits: On site parking Top of the range technology and modern resources Excellent rates of pay Extensive grounds Team days and events Brilliant career progression opportunities Supportive and long standing management Your role as an SEN learning support assistant will include: To provide teaching assistance to the teacher defined according to weekly/daily/sessional planning of the teacher To provide group and/or individual activities, planned by the teacher To work individually with learners/students to develop work. To support the general well being of learners within the structure of the school To monitor and evaluate learners' learning under the guidance of the teacher To assist teachers in the use of relevant management strategies to ensure a purposeful environment for teaching and learning to take place To support all learners in their planned structured work in all curriculum areasKey skills and experience needed: Be able to work with learners that have various learning difficulties. Have an understanding of the students with special needs. Willingness to learn and build relationships with learners. Be confident to support the lead in groups, in different educational subjects. The ability to work as an individual and as a part of the team. Be flexible in their approach to education. Have experience working in SEND settings. Experience working with children is essential.Are these skills that you feel you have? Do you feel that this is the rewarding role for you? Then please apply TODAY as I will be interviewing in the next 2 weeks. Furthermore, I have an array of positions in Sussex, Surrey and Brighton/Hove which may also be of interest to you. Randstad Education maintains the highest standard of child safety and compliance when placing candidates into schools. Any successful candidates will be subject to the compliance process that also includes the enhanced DBS check