Are you a recent IT or Computer Science graduate passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs?
Considering a career in teaching, SEN support, educational technology, speech and language therapy, or educational psychology?
Step Into Teaching is offering a rewarding Learning Support Assistant and ICT/Computer Science Teaching Assistant roles within a SEN school in the East Grinstead, Haywards Heath, and West Hoathly area. This is a fantastic opportunity to build experience and make a genuine impact, while drawing on your ICT or Computer Science knowledge to support students in developing digital literacy, computing skills, and confidence across the curriculum.
What you’ll gain:
- Hands-on experience in a supportive school setting
- Skills in communication, behaviour support, and differentiated learning
- Opportunities to apply your ICT or Computer Science background to support computing lessons and technology-based learning
- A strong foundation for future roles in SEN, education, or educational technology
You’ll be working closely with teaching staff to help pupils access the curriculum, build confidence, and develop independence - while being part of a dedicated and pupil-focused team.
We’re looking for empathetic, proactive, and committed ICT or Computer Science graduates who want to make a difference in the lives of young people.
Role starting in September!
The ideal graduate will:
- have a Driving License and access to a car - this is a requirement due to the remote location
- Hold or be predicted a degree in ICT, Computer Science, Computing, Software Engineering, or a related subject (2:2 or above)
- Be supportive, friendly, and approachable
- Be resilient and motivated to support and inspire students to reach their full potential and strive to achieve excellence
- Hold experience working with young people (preferable, but not essential)
- Have a creative and reflective mindset within the classroom, with the ability to make ICT and Computer Science engaging and accessible
- Be able to work as part of a team
What you will gain from this role:
- The ability to establish a warm, caring, and supportive relationship with pupils to support them and gain valuable one-to-one experience. This experience will allow you to gain insight into the day-to-day classroom environment and the role of a teacher.
- The confidence to promote and encourage personal development in pupils whilst maintaining high expectations of behaviour.
- Experience supporting students with digital skills, computing projects, and technology-enhanced learning.
- September 2026 Start.
- £500 - £530 per week – term time only.
How to apply:
If you’re interested, please click ‘Apply’ below to indicate your interest and import your CV to Jack @ Step Into Teaching. We will discuss current opportunities and explore other potential career options for you!
Step Into Teaching is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure and Barring Service check.
We aim, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within 5 working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We encourage you to apply for any other position that you may see in the future.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £500.00-£530.00 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- East Grinstead, West Sussex: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:
Work Location: In person
