SEND Classroom Support

Teaching Personnel; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is seeking SEND Classroom Support staff in East Sussex. Candidates should be passionate about education, resilient, and able to form strong relationships with pupils needing additional emotional and learning support. The role involves assisting in small groups or 1:1, promoting engagement, and helping students manage routines. Experience is appreciated but a positive attitude is prioritized. The position is temporary with potential for permanency.

Benefits

Access to various SEND roles

Support from experienced consultants

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Experience with children in education, care, or youth work is preferred.
• Attitude and reliability are more important than experience.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups.
• Assist with emotional regulation and engagement.
• Help manage routines and transitions.
• Build positive relationships with pupils.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Resilience

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

Teaching Personnel are supporting a number of specialist SEND schools across East Sussex, working with pupils who require additional emotional, behavioural, and learning support.

We are looking to connect with SEND Classroom Support staff who are passionate about education, confident working with young people, and motivated by making a real difference in the classroom.

These opportunities suit individuals who understand that progress looks different for every child — and that patience, consistency, and strong relationships are key.

• Supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups
• Assisting with emotional regulation, behaviour, and engagement
• Supporting learning activities under teacher guidance
• Helping pupils manage routines, transitions, and boundaries
• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Working as part of a collaborative SEND team

• Individuals calm, resilient, and confident around young people
• Those with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Candidates open to learning SEND and SEMH strategies
• People who can remain grounded in challenging moments
• Applicants from education, care, youth work, sports or similar backgrounds

Experience is helpful but not essential — attitude and reliability matter most.

• Access to SEND roles across East Sussex
• Supportive consultants who understand SEND settings
• Ongoing opportunities that suit your availability and goals
• Roles that are meaningful, varied, and genuinely rewarding

Apply today to join our East Sussex SEND talent pool and be considered for upcoming roles.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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