Teaching Assistant

SuperHiring; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

SuperHiring is seeking a proactive Teaching Assistant in Eastbourne to support pupils aged 5–18 with SEN and SEMH needs. You will assist with classroom delivery, monitor behaviour, and help develop personal and educational skills in a busy school environment.

The role requires a Level 3 qualification, strong communication, and a full UK driving license. Term-time hours apply with a 39-week year, and occasional travel to the Ninfield site is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in educational or alternative provision settings.
• Experience supporting children with challenging behaviour, SEN, or SEMH needs.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong organisational and administrative ability.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Engage and inspire young people in a classroom environment, creating a safe, inclusive atmosphere.
• Manage behaviour and promote emotional regulation using restorative approaches.
• Support personal development and life skills of young people.
• Assist with classroom delivery and adapt resources to meet needs.
• Collaborate with staff, therapists, and care teams for holistic support.
• Contribute to administration and record-keeping throughout the day.
• Respond to changing needs of a busy learning environment.
• Travel to Ninfield site two afternoons a week requiring transport.

Skills

Experience with young people

Behaviour management

Communication and teamwork

Organisational and admin

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care / Education / Childcare

Job description

Teaching Assistant (BBBH222) Eastbourne, England

Salary: GBP22000 - GBP28000 per annum

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Based in Eastbourne

Contract Type: Term-time only (39 weeks per year)

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (8am - 3pm)

Salary: Pro-rata based on a full-time equivalent salary of £22,000 – £28,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)

About the Role We are seeking a passionate, adaptable, and resilient Learning Support and Behaviour Mentor to join our specialist education team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to helping young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs achieve their full potential. You’ll play a key role in supporting young people aged 5–18, both within the classroom and through wider personal development work, ensuring they feel valued, understood, and motivated to engage with learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage and inspire young people in a classroom environment, creating a safe, positive, and inclusive atmosphere conducive to learning.
• Manage behaviour effectively and promote emotional regulation using restorative and trauma-informed approaches.
• Support personal development, confidence, and life skills of young people in and outside of formal education.
• Assist with classroom delivery and learning activities, adapting resources and approaches to meet individual needs.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and residential care teams to ensure holistic and consistent support for each young person.
• Contribute to educational administration and record-keeping throughout the day as part of the wider school support team.
• Respond flexibly to the changing needs of a busy and dynamic learning environment.
• Travel to our Ninfield site two afternoons a week (transport is required for this part of the role).

About You You will be an empathetic, patient, and confident individual with the ability to build trust and rapport with children and young people. You’ll have a proactive attitude and a genuine passion for supporting those with additional needs.

Essential:

• Experience working with young people, ideally in an educational or alternative provision setting.
• Experience supporting children or young people with challenging behaviour, SEN, or SEMH needs.
• A Level 3 qualification in a relevant field (e.g. Health & Social Care, Education, Childcare, or similar).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong organisational and administrative ability.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Additional training in behaviour management, safeguarding, or trauma-informed practice.
• Work as part of a committed, multidisciplinary team making a tangible difference to young lives.
• Supportive environment with ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Term-time working pattern – all holidays taken outside of term time.
• Opportunity to contribute to a holistic model of education and care.