SEN Teaching Assistant - SEMH, Trauma & Behaviour

Term Time Teachers Ltd; Brighton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Term Time Teachers Ltd in East Sussex and Brighton is seeking caring SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with SEMH needs and complex behavioural needs in specialist schools.

You will build trusting relationships, support pupils with diverse needs, and work flexibly across full-time, part-time, and supply contracts. Salary is day rate and determined by qualifications and relevant experience, in line with client pay policies.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people.
• Calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Ability to build trusting relationships.
• Understanding that behaviour can be communication and supporting pupils with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to pupils with SEMH needs, trauma and behavioural challenges.
• Contribute to positive behaviours and emotional regulation.
• Build trusting relationships and maintain consistent, supportive routines.
• Work across East Sussex and Brighton schools with care teams.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Resilience

Relationship-building

Calm under pressure

Job description

Location: East Sussex & Brighton
Salary: 93- 110 per day
Contract: Full-time, Part-time & Supply
Start Date: Immediate / Ongoing

Academics are working with specialist schools and alternative provisions across East Sussex and Brighton, supporting children and young people with SEMH needs, trauma and complex behavioural needs.

We are looking for caring, resilient and patient SEN Teaching Assistants who can build positive relationships and provide consistent support to pupils who may have experienced significant challenges.

You could be supporting pupils with:

• SEMH and emotional regulation difficulties
• Trauma and adverse childhood experiences
• Anxiety, attachment difficulties and EBSA
• Challenging or distressed behaviour
• ADHD and Autism
• Communication and social difficulties
• EHCPs and additional learning needs

The ideal candidate:

• Has experience supporting children or young people
• Is calm, patient and consistent
• Can build trusting relationships
• Understands that behaviour can be a form of communication
• Has a genuine interest in supporting pupils with additional needs

Previous school experience is desirable but not essential. Experience in youth work, residential care, children's services, mentoring or behaviour support can also be highly relevant.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference,

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.