Job Advert: 1:1 Teaching Assistants (SEND Support)
Location: Littlehampton, West Sussex
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time / Term-time only (flexible options available)
Start Date: Immediate or negotiable

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistants to join supportive school settings in the Littlehampton area. These roles involve providing tailored, individual support to pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them to access learning, build confidence, and reach their full potential.

About the Role

As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with a named pupil, supporting their academic, social, and emotional development. You will collaborate with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to deliver personalised support plans.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing consistent 1:1 in-class and/or out-of-class support
Adapting learning activities to meet individual needs
Supporting behaviour regulation and emotional wellbeing
Encouraging independence and positive engagement in learning
Assisting with communication strategies where required
Recording observations and contributing to progress reviews

About You

We are looking for individuals who are:

Patient, empathetic, and resilient
Passionate about supporting children with additional needs
Able to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
Reliable and committed to consistent attendance
Team players with good communication skills

Experience working in education, childcare, care, or support work is desirable but not essential, as training and ongoing support will be provided.

What We Offer

Supportive and inclusive school environments
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
Dedicated consultant support
Flexible working arrangements where possible
Valuable experience within SEND education

Requirements

Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)
Right to work in the UK
GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths are desirable

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in a child’s education and wellbeing, we would love to hear from you.

WHY APPLY?

Long-term stable roles available
Full training and ongoing support
Weekly pay
Competitive daily rates (£90–£110)
Rewarding, life-changing work
Opportunities across Eastbourne SEND schools

*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.*

Gabriel Alves Saysell

gabriel@pinktile.co.uk

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