Learning Support Assistant (SEN)

Randstad Education; Lancing; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive and collaborative staff team

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact

Job summary

Randstad Education is recruiting for a SEMH Teaching Assistant in Lancing. This role involves supporting primary and secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, utilizing a nurturing approach to enhance students' confidence and learning outcomes.

The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to deliver structured support and help children develop positive behaviours. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on vulnerable young people's lives.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in education or care settings.
• GCSE Maths & English required.
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs.
• Help students regulate emotions and develop positive learning behaviours.
• Work closely with teaching staff to deliver classroom support.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage challenging behaviour

Calm and patient approach

Teamwork skills

Education

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Job description

Are you looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant job in Lancing? Do you have experience working with children, young people, SEN, SEND, SEMH, autism, ADHD, behavioural needs, youth work or care settings?

We are recruiting for a SEMH Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist school supporting primary and secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This specialist setting provides a nurturing and supportive environment for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With small class sizes, a personalised approach to learning and a strong focus on wellbeing, staff work together to help young people build confidence, resilience and positive outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team, gain valuable experience in SEND and SEMH education, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people.

Following a successful 12-week placement, you will transfer directly onto the school's permanent staff team.

Role: SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Lancing

Salary: £93-£100 per day (12-week temporary placement) | £22,000-£23,500 per annum (permanent)

Hours: Monday-Friday, 08:15am-3:30pm

About the Role

• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs
• Helping students regulate emotions and develop positive learning behaviours
• Working closely with teaching staff to deliver structured classroom support
• Acting as a consistent, positive role model for vulnerable learners
• Supporting engagement in lessons, routines and school life
• Building strong, trusting relationships to promote emotional wellbeing and progress

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a specialist SEMH learning environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative staff team
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people's lives
• Long-term career development within education and SEND

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people (education, care, youth work or similar)
• GCSE Maths & English (required)
• Calm, patient and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour positively
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
• Passion for supporting young people with SEMH needs

Apply now to build a rewarding career helping others achieve their potential every day