Teaching Assistant – SEMH

SEN Teaching Assistant 

Location: Littlehampton
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Hours: Full-time (Term Time)

A Littlehampton primary school is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant with a strong understanding of Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Children may present with SEMH challenges due to conditions such as Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), trauma, or challenging backgrounds. Pupils often struggle with emotional regulation, may experience anxiety or depression, and require a nurturing, patient approach to help them navigate the school day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 or group support to children with SEMH needs, helping them manage emotions and regulate behaviour.
• Implement strategies to reduce anxiety, boost self-esteem, and encourage engagement with academic and social activities.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCo, and external professionals to ensure each child’s emotional and educational needs are met.
• Offer a calm, supportive presence, using de-escalation techniques when pupils feel overwhelmed.
• Track progress and maintain records, adapting approaches as needed to ensure pupils remain engaged and feel understood.

Essential Experience/Attributes:

• Proven experience working with children with additional needs (ASC, trauma, or other SEMH indicators).
• Confident in managing complex behaviours and supporting pupils in building resilience.
• DBS check registered on the update service or willingness to obtain one.
• Excellent communication skills, able to liaise with colleagues, pupils, and families effectively.
• Patient, nurturing, and flexible, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.

If you have a background in care, education, or working with vulnerable children and want to make a tangible difference for pupils with SEMH needs, apply now!

Important Notice: To successfully apply for the above position, you should be eligible to work in the UK or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality, and integrity are at the heart of what we do. Pink Tile is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. During the application process, you will be required to:

– Provide details for us to complete reference checks before employment.
– Provide an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one (which Pink Tile can assist with).

Pink Tile Education, their schools, and candidates all share the view of “Best Fit, Every Time,” ensuring every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employers. Pay is inclusive of the 12.07% PAYE holiday.

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