SEN Support Assistant for Autism & SEMH

Teaching Personnel; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

SEN training

Career development

East Grinstead placements

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting SEN Support Staff for schools in East Grinstead starting September 2026. This role focuses on supporting students with autism, SEMH and speech and language needs, helping them progress through personalised interventions and building strong, trusting relationships.

Ideal candidates bring childcare or education experience, a calm and nurturing approach, and excellent communication skills to make a real difference in young people's lives.

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare, support work, youth work, or education (formal or voluntary).
• Calm, nurturing, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students with autism, SEMH, and speech and language needs.
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and self-regulation.
• Delivering personalised, tailored interventions.
• Building positive, trust-based relationships with students.

Skills

Childcare experience

Support work

Education experience

Job description

Teaching Personnel is recruiting SEN Support Staff for schools in East Grinstead starting September 2026. This role focuses on supporting students with autism, SEMH and speech and language needs, helping them progress through personalised interventions and building strong, trusting relationships.

Ideal candidates bring childcare or education experience, a calm and nurturing approach, and excellent communication skills to make a real difference in young people's lives.