Temporary Specialism : SEN Education & Training Hays Education are delighted to offer a Level 2 Teaching Assistant role based in Newhaven. About the School This warm and inclusive SEN school in Newhaven is committed to providing a nurturing environment where every pupil is supported to achieve their full potential. The school works with children who have a wide range of additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory processing needs, and moderate learning difficulties. Staff take a holistic approach, prioritising emotional wellbeing, communication, independence, and social development alongside academic progress. Strong collaboration with families and external specialists ensures that each child receives tailored, high-quality support. As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, you will: Provide targeted support to pupils with a range of SEN needs, both in small groups and on a 1:1 basis. Help create a calm, structured, and supportive classroom environment. Use a variety of communication strategies and resources to ensure learning is accessible for all pupils. Support pupils with emotional regulation, social interaction, and confidence-building. Contribute to monitoring pupil progress and sharing observations with the teaching team. Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, parents, and carers. Experienced working with children with SEN, ideally in a school or specialist setting. Patient, empathetic, and resilient, with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs. Qualified to Level 2 in Supporting Teaching & Learning (or equivalent). Competitive daily pay, reflective of your experience and qualifications. A supportive induction and ongoing professional development opportunities. The potential to secure a long-term or permanent role within a highly regarded SEN school. A friendly, dedicated staff team who value creativity, inclusion, and child-centred practice. The chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives of young learners in the Newhaven community. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk