Learning support assistant

Full-Time Teaching Assistant – SEN Support Location: Shoreham, West Sussex Start Date: September 2026 Pay: £93 – £100 per day Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only Agency: Teaching Personnel Full-Time Teaching Assistant Opportunity in Shoreham Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and helping them achieve their full potential? Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Shoreham from September. This rewarding full-time role involves providing tailored support to pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning, develop confidence, and thrive both academically and socially within the classroom environment. Key Responsibilities Support children with SEN on a one-to-one and small group basis. Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons. Help implement individual learning plans and targeted interventions. Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing. Support pupils in developing communication, social, and independence skills. Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCOs, and parents where required. The Ideal Candidate Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable. Experience supporting individuals with SEN, including autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, or SEMH is advantageous. Patient, caring, and adaptable approach. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives. What Teaching Personnel Offers Competitive daily pay of £93–£100. Full-time position with the potential for a long-term placement. Ongoing training and professional development opportunities. Dedicated support from a specialist education consultant. Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a supportive primary school setting. If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can positively impact the lives of children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you. Apply today through Teaching Personnel to secure your September start and begin making a difference in a Shoreham primary school. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.