Empowering SEMH Teaching Assistant – Secondary

Pink Tile Education Ltd; Lancing; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Pink Tile Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support secondary SEMH pupils in an Alternative Provision setting in Lancing. You will work closely with teachers and therapists to build trust, support learning, and reinforce emotional wellbeing during the school day.

Experience with SEND or SEMH is preferred. You will help students re-engage with education, monitor progress, and contribute to individual support plans alongside pastoral staff.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting secondary students with SEND/SEMH.
• Understanding of mental health and trauma-informed approaches.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly and positively.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with students and support SEMH needs throughout the day.
• Encourage engagement in learning with patience and encouragement.
• Support development of confidence, resilience and emotional wellbeing.
• Collaborate with teachers and pastoral staff on individual support plans.
• Support students in and out of the classroom and help with re-engagement.

Skills

SEND/SEMH experience

Mental health awareness

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Empathy

Job description

Pink Tile Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support secondary SEMH pupils in an Alternative Provision setting in Lancing. You will work closely with teachers and therapists to build trust, support learning, and reinforce emotional wellbeing during the school day.

Experience with SEND or SEMH is preferred. You will help students re-engage with education, monitor progress, and contribute to individual support plans alongside pastoral staff.