🌟 Progress Partner – Special School | Crawley | Full-Time | Term-Time Only 🌟

Salary: £22,000–£26,000 (pro rata) depending on experience
Start Date: ASAP or January 2026

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs?
Do you thrive in a nurturing, inclusive environment where every small step forward is celebrated?

We’re recruiting a Progress Partner for a forward-thinking special school in Crawley that supports children and young people aged 5–16 with complex needs including autism, SEMH, ADHD, and learning difficulties.

💼 About the Role

As a Progress Partner, you’ll work closely with pupils, teachers, and therapists to support individual learning journeys. You’ll help track progress, deliver tailored interventions, and build trusted relationships that empower pupils to thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

Key Responsibilities:

Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups across a range of subjects and developmental areas
Monitor and record progress against EHCP targets and personalised learning plans
Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCOs, and external professionals
Promote independence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing
Contribute to a positive, safe, and inclusive school culture

👤 About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

Experienced in working with children with SEND (school, care, or youth settings)
Calm, empathetic, and resilient with a proactive approach
Confident in supporting behaviour and emotional regulation
Able to build rapport and trust with pupils who may have experienced trauma or disruption
Committed to safeguarding and professional development

Desirable:

Knowledge of autism, SEMH, or trauma-informed practice
Experience with EHCPs or progress tracking
Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE, Team Teach, Mental Health First Aid)

🌈 Why Join This School?

A warm, supportive team with a shared commitment to pupil wellbeing
Excellent training and CPD opportunities
A chance to make a lasting impact in a child’s life
Beautiful grounds and purpose-built facilities
Term-time only – perfect for work-life balance

Safeguarding:

The school is highly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. All staff must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services.

Join the team and help make a difference in the lives of the students. Apply now to learn more about this rewarding opportunity.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of young learners, we would love to hear from you. Apply below.

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The pay stated is inclusive of the additional 12.07% PAYE holiday.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undertake various background checks including obtaining a DBS, if they do not hold a valid certificate that is on the update service.

Blair Turnbull

blair@pinktile.co.uk

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Progress Partner – Crawley

🌟 Progress Partner – Special School | Crawley | Full-Time | Term-Time Only 🌟

💼 About the Role

👤 About You

🌈 Why Join This School?

Blair Turnbull