Specialist Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Chichester Location: Chichester, West SussexHours: Monday–Thursday 8:45am–3:15pm, Friday 8:45am–2:00pmStart: ASAPContract: Temporary to PermanentPay: Competitive daily rate Pink Tile Education are looking for a caring and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join a lovely specialist SEND school in Chichester. The school supports children and young people aged 2–19, so we are open to candidates with experience across either primary or secondary settings. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with pupils with a range of additional needs and wants to make a genuine difference to their day-to-day lives. The Role You will be supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including pupils with more complex needs. Some pupils may be non-verbal, have mobility difficulties or require additional support with their personal care and emotional regulation. Your responsibilities will include: Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with a range of SEND needs Supporting pupils with complex needs, non-verbal communication and mobility challenges Providing personal care and assisting with pupils’ general care needs Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and helping them manage challenging situations Implementing individual strategies and approaches to support positive behaviour Encouraging communication, independence and engagement in learning Working closely with teachers, support staff and other professionals as part of a strong team Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils Helping create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment About You We are looking for someone who is: Caring, patient and genuinely passionate about working with children and young people with SEND Confident supporting pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour Comfortable providing personal care where required Able to remain calm and consistent when pupils are dysregulated A strong team player with a positive and flexible attitude Reliable, enthusiastic and keen to make a difference Experienced in a SEND, SEN, special school, SEMH, care or similar setting is desirable, but we will consider candidates with transferable experience The School This is a friendly, supportive and welcoming specialist SEND school where staff work closely together to ensure pupils receive the right support. The school caters for children and young people aged 2–19, offering an excellent opportunity for candidates who enjoy working with either younger or older pupils. Why work with Pink Tile Education? At Pink Tile, we believe in Best Fit, Every Time. We take the time to understand your experience, preferences and career goals and match you with schools where you can thrive. This position is temporary with the opportunity to become permanent, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a long-term role within a supportive SEND setting. The role is available to start ASAP, so don’t miss out! How to Apply If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or someone with relevant SEND, care or education experience, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a member of the Pink Tile Education team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity. The advertised daily rate is inclusive of 12.07% PAYE holiday pay. Register with Pink Tile Education today to hear about other SEND and education opportunities across West Sussex. Pink Tile Education and our schools are committed to finding the Best Fit, Every Time. All candidates are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and, where applicable, the DBS Update Service. If you want, I can also make this slightly more punchy and sales-focused for Indeed, while keeping all the important SEND keywords for searches.