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SEN Teaching Assistant – Crawley | Full-Time | Term Time Only Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) Location: Crawley, West Sussex Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only Start Date: After Easter Break About the Role We are looking for a passionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and inclusive primary school in Crawley. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across the school. You will work closely with the SENCo and class teachers to provide tailored support, helping every child to access learning and reach their full potential. This role is ideal for candidates with experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant (LSA), SEN Support Worker, or those looking to build a career in education. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN Support children with autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language needs, and SEMH Assist in delivering targeted interventions and differentiated learning Work collaboratively with teachers and the SENCo to implement EHCP targets Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing Help create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment Support pupils both in class and during structured interventions Requirements Experience working with children with SEN (school or care setting desirable) Understanding of inclusive education and child development A patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to take initiative while following guidance from teaching staff A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs Desirable (Not Essential) Experience supporting pupils with EHCPs Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, Teaching Assistant qualification) Experience in primary education What We Offer A welcoming and supportive school environment Strong leadership and an experienced SENCo Ongoing training and professional development opportunities A rewarding role where you can make a real difference Opportunities for career progression in education Safeguarding Statement This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Apply Today If you are an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in Crawley, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join a dedicated team making a real impact. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) / Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) – Surrey Salary: £19,000 – £22,000 per annum Hours: Full-time, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm We are seeking a caring and dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) / Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) to join our school in Surrey. This role is perfect for someone passionate about SEND, SEMH, and trauma-informed education, supporting students’ academic, emotional, and social development. Key Responsibilities: • Provide high-quality learning and pastoral support to students, promoting inclusion and wellbeing, • Support disadvantaged students to close the attainment gap, • Encourage cooperative interaction and positive behaviour among students, • Give helpful feedback on student progress and achievements, • Work closely with teachers and tutors to create a supportive learning environment, • Promote student independence and reward achievement and self-reliance, • Liaise with outside agencies and professionals where required Requirements: • Experience as an LPS, LSA, or TA in a school setting, • Strong understanding of safeguarding and student welfare, • Passion for SEND, SEMH, and trauma-informed education, • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Qualifications: • Relevant qualifications in education, SEND, or related fields are desirable

Job Title: Behaviour Teaching Assistant (Alternative Provision) Location: Worthing Contract Type: [Full-time / Part-time / Temporary / Permanent] About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Teaching Assistant to join our alternative provision setting. This role involves supporting students who may have social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, behavioural challenges, or who are at risk of exclusion from mainstream education. You will play a key role in helping students re-engage with learning and develop positive behaviours for the future. Key Responsibilities Support students on a one-to-one basis or in small groups to promote engagement and learning Implement behaviour management strategies consistently and effectively Build positive, trusting relationships with students to support emotional regulation Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities Monitor and record student progress, behaviour, and wellbeing Support de-escalation of challenging situations in a calm and professional manner Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, and external professionals Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment The Ideal Candidate Will Have Experience working with children or young people with challenging behaviour or SEMH needs A calm, patient, and resilient approach Strong communication and interpersonal skills The ability to set clear boundaries and remain consistent A proactive and flexible attitude Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, Team Teach, or similar) are desirable but not essential What We Offer A supportive and experienced staff team Opportunities for professional development and training A rewarding role where you can make a real difference A structured and well-resourced learning environment How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Worthing, West Sussex Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Term Time Only) Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience About Us We are a welcoming and inclusive school in the Worthing area, committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive. We pride ourselves on our strong community ethos and dedication to supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN). The Role We are seeking a caring, motivated, and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team. You will work closely with teachers and the SENCO to support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them to access learning and reach their full potential. Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN Assist in the planning and delivery of tailored learning activities Support pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development Help create an inclusive and engaging classroom environment Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals Monitor and record pupil progress The Ideal Candidate Will Have Experience working with children with SEN (in a school or similar setting) A patient, empathetic, and flexible approach Strong communication and teamwork skills A genuine passion for supporting children’s development What We Offer A supportive and friendly working environment Ongoing training and professional development opportunities The opportunity to make a real difference in children’s lives Wellbeing support and a positive staff culture Safeguarding Statement Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. How to Apply If you are passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and would like to join our dedicated team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application and a brief covering statement outlining your suitability for the role. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

Teaching Assistant – SEN School - RH1 Location: Redhill, Surrey, RH1 Contract Type: Permanent Actual Annual Salary: £24,139.67 - £25,819.26 actual salary dependant on qualifications and experience Plus £1000 Welcome bonus* Salary: £13.51 - £14.45 per hour ⏲️Hours: 40 hours per week - Term Time only - Start time 8.15am - Finish time Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday 4.45pm. Thursday 5pm and Friday 4pm Teaching Personnel are working with a warm, welcoming school in the Redhill, Surrey area. The setting supports and educates young people aged 11-16 who require additional support with social communication, emotional regulation and sensory processing, typically associated with Autism. All students at the setting have access to a broad and exciting curriculum, allied to the national curriculum, personalised to meet their needs, interests and passions. With a model of small classes, high levels of classroom support and a supernumerary multi-disciplinary intervention team, the students are given every single opportunity to succeed. We are looking to recruit Teaching Assistants to join our team at Chaldon School. This is an exciting opportunity to join the school at the start of their journey. You will be based at Aurora Chaldon school with a requirement to work out of our satellite site Caterham when required. What a Teaching Assistant will do: The purpose of the Teaching Assistant is to support the children with their learning and general wellbeing to ensure every child has the best opportunity to reach their full potential in a caring and safe environment. Where necessary this may include supporting with care needs from time to time as well as positive behaviour management, adopting a tailored approach to the individual child. ‍Key duties: Take responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare and positive wellbeing of pupils according to the school’s policies, including safeguarding and PREVENT. Provide meaningful feedback on pupil behaviour, relationships and attitudes. Support positive behaviour and concentration levels of the children, and adapt own behaviour and responses to any change or escalations in behaviour of the children. Establish positive relationships with pupils in order to support them in feeling safe and enabling them to learn and enjoy school. Promote and encourage independence and personal development and maintain high expectations of behaviour at all times and support in the achievement of this. Implement, and when appropriate, adjust learning activities as agreed with the teacher. Reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers. Support learning by arranging/providing resources for lessons/activities under the direction of the teacher. Implement learning activities and experiences, appropriate to the class group, by supporting the delivery of a broad and balanced curriculum aiming at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning. Duties will vary, you must expect to diversify and lend a hand wherever is required. ⭐About you: We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals who are: Passionate about supporting children and young people with SEN Patient, empathetic, and resilient Flexible and able to adapt to different learning and behavioural needs (For Teachers/HLTAs) Qualified or unqualified – experience in SEN or education is desirable but not essential If you are looking for your next step in your teaching career get in touch today. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

Job Title: Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant Location: Worthing, West Sussex Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract Type: Full-time (term-time only considered) We are currently recruiting on behalf of a small, independent special school in Worthing that supports pupils aged 6–16 with a range of additional needs, including social, emotional and mental health (SEMH), autism, ADHD, and dyslexia. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a caring and supportive setting where every pupil is known as an individual. The school prides itself on its nurturing approach, small class sizes, and strong focus on helping students build confidence, develop life skills, and achieve their full potential. The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils both in and out of the classroom. Working closely with teaching staff, you will help deliver tailored learning experiences and provide consistent emotional and behavioural support. Key Responsibilities Support pupils in the classroom and through one-to-one interventions Assist with the delivery of personalised and differentiated learning Help manage behaviour using positive and consistent strategies Support pupils with a range of needs including SEMH, autism, ADHD, and dyslexia Build strong, trusting relationships with students Promote emotional wellbeing and engagement in learning Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Experience working with children or young people with additional needs An understanding of SEMH and/or neurodiverse conditions such as autism and ADHD Patience, empathy, and a calm, consistent approach Strong communication and teamwork skills A genuine passion for supporting young people to succeed Desirable (but not essential): Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or youth work Experience in a specialist or alternative provision setting What’s on Offer: A welcoming, close-knit team environment Small class sizes allowing for meaningful impact Ongoing training and professional development A highly rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day How to Apply If you are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and want to be part of a nurturing and dedicated team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV along with a brief covering statement outlining your suitability for the role. All applicants will be subject to safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

Job Title: SEN Learning Support Assistant Location: Redhill, Surrey Salary: Competitive, based on experience Contract Type: Full-time / Term-time only About the Role We’re looking for friendly, caring, and motivated SEN Learning Support Assistants to join a specialist school in Redhill. This is a fantastic opportunity to support children and young people with additional needs, helping them feel confident, included, and ready to learn. Every day is different in this role—you’ll be supporting pupils both in and out of the classroom, encouraging their progress, and celebrating their achievements along the way. What You’ll Be Doing Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups Helping to bring lessons to life in a way that suits each child’s needs Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence, and independence Assisting with communication and social development Working closely with teachers and SEN staff to provide the best support possible Creating a warm, safe, and inclusive learning environment What We’re Looking For Someone patient, positive, and genuinely passionate about helping children Experience with SEN (in schools, care, or similar settings) is helpful but not essential Strong communication skills and a team-focused attitude A proactive and adaptable approach to supporting learning Relevant qualifications are a bonus, but we welcome people with the right attitude and enthusiasm What You Can Expect A welcoming and supportive team environment Opportunities to learn new skills and grow in your role Flexible working options in some schools A truly rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day Apply Today If you enjoy working with children and want to help them thrive, we’d love to hear from you. Send us your CV along with a short note about why you’re interested in the role. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

JOB ROLE: School Administrator HOURS: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm SALARY: £13.27 per hour DURATION: Ongoing LOCATION: Crawley Office Angels are partnering a well-known school and are looking for an ongoing administrator to help with the smooth running of the site. This is a temporary opportunity at the moment. We are looking for an efficient and motivated Administration Assistant to join the friendly team. You will be working collaboratively with the school's admin and teaching teams to provide good administrative support. DUTIES INCLUDE; Providing full administrative support to the school Managing and prioritising a varied workload in a busy office whilst maintaining attention to detail Providing support for the School Office team with tasks to ensure compliance with all statutory requirements and deadlines Managing the general office duties and supplies etc Administration of student data, making sure GDPR is adhered to Provide general administrative support Maintain school communicationsPlease note this role is term time only. SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED: Total proficiency with Microsoft programmes Keen eye for detail, punctual and organisee Very good accuracy and attention to detail Administration background Forward thinking, proactive and ability to use initiative Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Understand handling confidential information Able to work as part of a team but also independentlyNext steps: Apply today, the client is looking for someone to interview and start immediately! Please apply today with your up to date CV If you experience any issues applying, please send your CV along with the name of the role you are applying for to (url removed) We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Where applicable to the role a Criminal Record Check at the appropriate level for the role will be required prior to commencing employment.Working as a temp is an ideal way of exploring different job roles and industries. It's also gives you control of your own work/life balance. Here are just some of the benefits you can expect when you become part of the Office Angels team: Employed directly with Office Angels, meaning we're always on hand to ensure you're being well looked after Eye care vouchers and money towards glasses should you require them for VDU purposes We can search for permanent work whilst you're in assignments and offer expert interview support and advice Weekly pay Pension scheme option (with employer contributions) 28 days paid annual leave (Based on a weekly accrual) Office Angels are an equal opportunity employer and are acting as a recruitment agency for this vacancy. Please be aware we receive a lot of applicants for our roles if you have not been contacted within the next 5 days of applying for this role on this occasion you have not been successful but please go to our website for more vacancies - (url removed). Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website