About the role
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: East Grinstead
Salary: £24,303 per annum
Hours: 8.45-5 (4.30 finish on Fridays)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Permanent
Refer a friend scheme - £125 for both of you!
The Role
We’re looking for a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to become part of a supportive and collaborative classroom team. In this rewarding role, you’ll work closely with students with Autism and a range of Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), providing tailored support that truly makes a difference.
You’ll support pupils on a 1:1 or 1:2 basis, using Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) strategies to help them engage with learning, build confidence, and develop essential life skills. From classroom activities to regular trips, every day offers the opportunity to help students grow, achieve, and enjoy meaningful experiences.
The School
Based in East Grinstead, this welcoming and inclusive SEN school supports pupils aged 4–19. The school is deeply committed to recognising and nurturing each child’s individual needs, with a strong focus on both learning and personal development-including life skills and personal care where required.
Staff consistently highlight the positive, team-oriented atmosphere and the genuine support they receive from colleagues and leadership. With ongoing training and regular CPD opportunities, this is an excellent environment to develop your skills, build experience, and take the next step in your career.
Requirements
To be successful in this SEN Teaching Assistant role, you should have:
• A friendly and nurturing approach
• A patient and caring nature
• Good organisation skills and flexibility
You must also have:
• Experience working with children in any setting
• A genuine passion for working in education
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to thorough interviews, referencing, and an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
Salary is dependent on experience, training, and qualifications.
About Vision for Education
Part of The Edwin Group—recognised as a Top 10 UK Employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025—Vision for Education is a leading education recruitment agency, highly rated by staff for exceptional support and engagement. With branches nationwide, we specialise in recruiting outstanding primary, secondary, and SEND teaching and support staff.
What We Offer
As a valued member of our team, you will benefit from:
• Excellent weekly pay through our in-house PAYE payroll
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Pension contributions (after qualifying period)
• Full AWR compliance
• FREE professional development
• Generous refer-a-friend bonuses
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
We welcome applications from all sections of the community and do not discriminate based on age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.