Teaching Assistant Salary Range: £24000 Location: Hailsham Job Type: Term time only (plus INSET days) Hours: 32.5 hours per week - 8:15am to 3:15pm Start Date: ASAP We are seeking experienced and energetic Teaching Assistants to join our team at a purpose-built special school in Hailsham. The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment for pupils with SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs, aiming to prepare each child to become a confident young adult. Day-to-day of the role: Support the Class Teacher in planning, delivering, and assessing inclusive lessons. Assist in creating a safe, supportive, and stimulating learning environment for pupils. Provide individual support and encouragement to pupils, helping them achieve their potential. Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team and Trust Executive Team to implement school policies and practices. Engage with pupils to develop their emotional, academic, vocational, and physical skills. Participate in the wider school community, contributing to extracurricular activities and school events. Required Skills & Qualifications: Experience as a Teaching Assistant, preferably within SEN provision. Understanding of the needs of pupils with SEMH and associated challenges. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and under the guidance of teaching and leadership staff. Commitment to the school’s ethos of Love, Flourishing, Community, and Social Justice. Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development. Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Right to live and work in the United Kingdom. Benefits: Competitive salary within the East Sussex Local NJC Grade 6 SCP 14-16. Term time only working hours, allowing for a better work-life balance. Opportunities for professional development within a supportive trust environment. Being part of a school that values and promotes a climate of possibility and success. To apply for this Teaching Assistant position, please submit your CV via Reed.co.uk and I will respond.