School Support Worker

3D Recruit; Hastings; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for educational roles is seeking SEN Teaching Assistants, Behaviour Mentors, and Learning Support Assistants in Hastings and surrounding areas. Applicants with experience in mental health, health & social care, or youth work are encouraged to apply. The roles offer the chance to make a genuine difference in children's lives while providing a flexible work/life balance during term time.

Benefits

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Term-time working for better work/life balance

Make a genuine difference every day

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health, health & social care, or youth work.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour in educational settings.
• Transferrable skills from other support roles.

Responsibilities

• Support children with complex needs in educational settings.
• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours.
• Create safe, structured environments for learning.

Skills

Managing or de-escalating challenging behaviour

Supporting children or young people with autism, ADHD, SEMH, or learning difficulties

Techniques like Team Teach, MAPA

Staying calm under pressure

Job description

Overview

Make a Real Difference: Join Us in Supporting Children with SEN

Now Recruiting for SEN Roles in Education - No Prior School Experience Needed

Are you a Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Therapist, or Youth Worker ready for a meaningful new challenge?

If you've worked with:

• Challenging or aggressive behaviour
• Mental health and emotional regulation
• Complex needs, autism, or learning disabilities

…then your skills are hugely valuable in Special Educational Needs (SEN) settings.

Roles We\'re Recruiting For

• SEN Teaching Assistants (Primary & Secondary)
• Behaviour Mentors
• Learning Support Assistants
• Pastoral or SEMH Support Staff
• 1:1 Support for children with autism, ADHD, or complex needs

Who We\'re Looking For

We welcome applications from people with experience in:

• Mental Health (CAMHS, Mental Health Support Workers, Counsellors)
• Health & Social Care (HCAs, Support Workers, Family Support Workers)
• Therapy & Behaviour Support (Occupational Therapists, Speech & Language Therapy Assistants, ABA or PBS Therapists)
• Youth & Community Work (Youth Workers, Sports Coaches, Probation or Prison Officers)
• SEND or Alternative Provision (SENDCos, Behaviour Mentors, Special Needs Teachers)

Whether you\'ve worked in residential care, youth offending, CAMHS, fostering, social work, the armed forces, or community outreach, you could make a lasting impact in a child\'s educational journey.

Ideal Candidates Will Have Experience In

• Managing or de-escalating challenging behaviour
• Supporting children or young people with autism, ADHD, SEMH, or learning difficulties
• Techniques like Team Teach, MAPA, or other positive behaviour support approaches
• Staying calm under pressure and creating safe, structured environments

Why Work in SEN Education?

• Make a genuine difference every day
• Transfer your existing skills to a rewarding new career
• Term-time working - perfect for better work/life balance
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available

Locations

Various roles available across Hastings, Eastbourne, Hailsham, Crowborough

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Whether you\'re already in education or looking for a fulfilling career change, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join a team that changes lives.

Apply today or contact us for a friendly chat about the role