SEMH Teaching Assistant — Nurturing, Therapeutic School Support

Reed; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm opportunity

ASAP or September start

NVQ Level 3 support

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Reed Education are partnering with a specialist SEMH school in East Grinstead to recruit SEN Teaching Assistants for primary and secondary pupils. You will support students 1:1 and in small groups, help them engage with learning and manage behaviour positively, and build trusting relationships within a close-knit team.

Salary is £23,500 with a temp-to-perm pathway. Start dates ASAP or September are available; NVQ Level 3 qualification support is offered; driving is essential due to rural

Qualifications

• The candidate must be passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs.
• Patience, resilience, and empathy are essential for this role.
• A genuine interest in building a career in SEN education.

Responsibilities

• Support students 1:1 and in small groups.
• Help pupils engage with learning and manage behaviour positively.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students.
• Work as part of a close-knit, supportive team.
• Contribute to a structured, therapeutic environment.

Job description

Reed Education are partnering with a specialist SEMH school in East Grinstead to recruit SEN Teaching Assistants for primary and secondary pupils. You will support students 1:1 and in small groups, help them engage with learning and manage behaviour positively, and build trusting relationships within a close-knit team.

Salary is £23,500 with a temp-to-perm pathway. Start dates ASAP or September are available; NVQ Level 3 qualification support is offered; driving is essential due to rural