Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistants - EHCP Support (Secondary Schools, Horsham)
Location: Horsham, Sussex
Contract Type: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP or September 2025
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs? Do you want to make a lasting difference in students' lives?

We are seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to join a team of professionals supporting students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) in secondary schools across Horsham. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who are committed to inclusive education and keen to support students in reaching their full potential.

• Provide 1:1 or small group support to students with EHCPs

• Work collaboratively with class teachers and SENCOs to implement personalised learning strategies

• Assist in the planning and delivery of tailored learning activities

• Promote student independence, confidence, and engagement

• Support with social, emotional, and behavioural needs, where appropriate

• Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs (SEN), particularly in a secondary school setting

• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A flexible and proactive approach to supporting diverse learning needs

Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, or equivalent) are desirable but not essential. Full training and ongoing support will be provided.

• Make a meaningful impact in students' educational journeys

• Work in a supportive and collaborative school environment

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Apply today to be part of a team that truly values inclusion, respect, and the power of education to transform lives.

Apply now or contact Paul Hirchfield on [phone removed] for more information. [email removed]

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

experience

Teaching

skills

ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience

education

college