SEMH Pupil Support Assistant (Primary)

eTeach UK Limited; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS or TPS pension

Cycle Scheme

Employee wellbeing program

Staff discounts

Season Ticket Loan

Job summary

Brantridge School, part of Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust, is seeking a dedicated Pupil Support Assistant to join our team at Brantridge School, Staplefield. You will work closely with pupils aged 5–11 with SEMH and ASC to support learning, behaviour and wellbeing in a calm, safe environment.

This role is 36 hours per week, term-time only (39 weeks per year), with start ASAP. The successful candidate will build strong relationships with pupils and staff and contribute to our inclusive,

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children or young people in an education or support setting.
• Understanding of SEMH needs and ASC support approaches.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with pupils and staff.
• Patience, resilience and the ability to stay calm in challenging situations.
• Team-focused approach to pupil wellbeing and development.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to pupils to help them access learning and engage positively in the school day.
• Support pupils’ SEMH development and behaviour plans in line with the school approach.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to implement individual support strategies.
• Build positive relationships with pupils to help them feel safe, supported and ready to learn.
• Help maintain a calm, structured, and supportive learning environment across the school.

Skills

SEMH support

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience and resilience

Team collaboration

Job description

Brantridge School, part of Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust, is seeking a dedicated Pupil Support Assistant to join our team at Brantridge School, Staplefield. You will work closely with pupils aged 5–11 with SEMH and ASC to support learning, behaviour and wellbeing in a calm, safe environment.

This role is 36 hours per week, term-time only (39 weeks per year), with start ASAP. The successful candidate will build strong relationships with pupils and staff and contribute to our inclusive,