Job description
Looking for a SEND Classroom Assistant in Haywards Heath!
Job Title: SEND Classroom Assistant
Location: Haywards Heath
Salary: £90 - £95 per day [Depending on experience]
Contract Type: Full-Time
Start Date: Immediately
Are you committed to making a positive difference in the education and development of children with Special Educational Needs? A local school in Haywards Heath is seeking a dedicated SEND Classroom Assistant to join their team and provide tailored support to pupils across the school.
About the School:
The school prides itself on being inclusive and supportive, providing a nurturing environment for pupils with a range of SEN needs. Staff focus on personalised learning, ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Strong collaboration between teachers, support staff, and families ensures that pupils receive consistent guidance, care, and encouragement throughout their school day.
About the Role:
As a SEND Classroom Assistant, you will work alongside teachers to support pupils with additional needs, helping them access the curriculum, develop key skills, and achieve their personal goals. This role is central to enhancing pupils’ learning experiences and promoting their confidence and independence.
Responsibilities:
- Support pupils with individual learning needs within the classroom.
- Implement and follow personalised learning and care plans.
- Assist with behaviour management, promoting positive interactions and learning outcomes.
- Provide personal care, hygiene support, and assistance with eating, maintaining dignity and respect at all times.
- Monitor and record pupil progress, reporting to teachers and SEN coordinators.
- Collaborate with staff to create a consistent and inclusive learning environment.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a SEND or classroom support role is desirable.
- Knowledge of SEN strategies, differentiation, and behaviour support.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Compassionate, patient, and committed to supporting pupils with additional needs.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to the learning and development of pupils with SEN.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
To work with GSL Education as a SEND Classroom Assistant, you should:
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
- Have a DBS registered on the update service or be willing to apply for one via GSL Education.
For more information or to register your interest in the SEND Classroom Assistant role, please email Hazel Dixon at Hazel.Dixon@gsleducation.com. To work with GSL Education in this role, please apply via the application link.