SEN Teaching Assistant (KS1) | Burgess Hill Primary School | Full-Time Opportunity

SEN Teaching Assistant Jobs in Burgess Hill | KS1 Teaching Assistant | Primary School Support Role

Are you an enthusiastic and compassionate Teaching Assistant in Burgess Hill looking for a rewarding opportunity to support children with additional needs?

A welcoming and inclusive Primary School in Burgess Hill is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their Key Stage 1 team. This fantastic Teaching Assistant role in Burgess Hill involves supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), helping them to access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential.

This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant in Burgess Hill, a Learning Support Assistant, SEN Support Worker, or someone passionate about helping children thrive in education.

The Role

As a KS1 SEN Teaching Assistant in Burgess Hill, you will play a vital role in supporting children with a range of additional needs within the classroom.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for children with SEN and EHCPs
• Supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and social and emotional needs
• Encouraging participation, engagement, and independence
• Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
• Supporting children academically, socially, and emotionally
• Implementing strategies and interventions outlined within EHCPs
• Building positive relationships with pupils and their families
• Contributing to a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment

This Teaching Assistant position in Burgess Hill is ideal for someone who is patient, adaptable, and passionate about making a positive impact every day.

About the School

This wonderful Primary School in Burgess Hill has a strong reputation for inclusion, pupil wellbeing, and high-quality SEN provision.

The school prides itself on creating a nurturing environment where every child is valued and supported. Staff work collaboratively and are committed to helping pupils achieve both academically and personally.

Located in the heart of Burgess Hill, the school is easily accessible from:

• Haywards Heath
• Hassocks
• Hurstpierpoint
• Ditchling
• Lewes
• Crawley
• Brighton and Hove
• Mid Sussex and surrounding areas

If you’re searching for a Teaching Assistant job in Burgess Hill, this school offers an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking team.

What We’re Looking For

The successful Teaching Assistant in Burgess Hill will have:

• Experience working with children in schools, nurseries, or educational settings
• Experience supporting SEN pupils or children with EHCPs
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Experience supporting Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, or learning needs would be highly advantageous.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• Full-time opportunity within a supportive school
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunity to gain valuable SEN experience
• Potential for long-term or permanent employment

Apply Today

If you’re looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant job in Burgess Hill, have experience supporting children with SEN and EHCPs, and want to join a welcoming Primary School in Burgess Hill, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today for this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Burgess Hill and help transform the educational experience of young learners who need your support most.