Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Lewes, East Sussex
Hours: 08:30 – 15:30
Contract Type: Flexible Supply (Day-to-Day, Short-Term & Long-Term) – Part-Time & Full-Time Available
Daily Rate: £93 – £100 per day (depending on experience)

About Us

Supply Desk is a leading education recruitment agency specialising in Primary, Secondary and SEND education. We work closely with schools across East Sussex, West Sussex, and Brighton & Hove, providing high-quality teaching and support staff for both short-term and long-term roles.

We are currently recruiting for caring and motivated SEN Teaching Assistants to support schools in Lewes and the surrounding East Sussex area. Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to begin your career in education, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

Do you enjoy making a positive impact on children’s learning and development? We are seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to work with pupils who require additional support in the classroom.

This role offers the opportunity to gain experience across a range of educational settings, supporting children with a variety of needs including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a one-to-one basis or within small groups.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons.
• Encourage pupils’ academic, emotional, and social development.
• Adapt classroom activities to meet individual learning needs.
• Help create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff.

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• A calm, patient, and nurturing approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility, reliability, and enthusiasm for supporting learning.
• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Why Work with Supply Desk?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.
• Opportunities to build valuable SEND experience across local schools.
• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants.
• Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £150 collectively.

If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity as an SEN Teaching Assistant in Lewes, East Sussex, apply today and help support young people to achieve their full potential.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including barred list checks where appropriate. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Pay rates are dependent on experience, qualifications, and training, and are compliant with AWR regulations. This vacancy may close prior to the advertised expiry date; however, applications for similar roles are always welcome.

Contact information

Lilia Erskine