SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary & Secondary Location: Haywards Heath & Surrounding Areas Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time – Flexible Days Daily Rate: £89.05 – £110 Hours: School hours (typically 08:30–15:30) Support Pupils Who Need You Most If you’re someone who’s patient, calm and genuinely enjoys helping children overcome challenges, this SEN Teaching Assistant role could be a great fit. Schools in and around Haywards Heath are welcoming, supportive and varied — and every day brings the chance to make a real difference to pupils who need extra help. We’re looking for SEN support assistants to join our team, working across a range of primary and secondary settings. You’ll be supporting pupils with additional needs, helping them feel confident, included and able to access learning. What You’ll Be Doing Supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs Providing one‑to‑one or small‑group support Helping pupils regulate emotions, stay focused and feel safe Assisting with personalised learning plans and adapted activities Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and support staff Creating a calm, positive and inclusive environment What We’re Looking For Experience supporting children or young people with SEN (school, care, youth work or similar) A patient, understanding and nurturing approach Confidence working with pupils who may have autism, ADHD, SEMH needs or learning difficulties Good communication and teamwork skills Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) Someone reliable, adaptable and committed to helping pupils thrive Why Join Supply Desk? Flexible work that fits around your lifestyle Access to SEN‑specific CPD and training A friendly, dedicated consultant who knows the local schools Earn up to £150 with our Refer‑a‑Friend scheme To apply, please visit or click the ‘Apply Now’ button. For more information, contact Emrys Woodhatch on. Refer a friend: Receive up to £150 for successfully referring someone you think may be suitable for the role – subject to them being successful. Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates. To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.