Teaching Assistant
Job Title: 1:1 Teaching Assistant (working with ASC, Attachment & SEMH)
Location: Brighton, UK
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time Only
I am working with an OFSTED rated ‘outstanding’ school in the heart of Brighton, committed to providing exceptional educational support to children with diverse needs. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to work closely a student with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC), Attachment needs, and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 tailored support for students with ASC, attachment needs, and SEMH difficulties.
- Work alongside class teachers and SENCo to implement personalised education plans.
- Support the emotional wellbeing and social development of the student, fostering a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Help all students engage with learning activities, both in and outside the classroom.
- Use effective communication strategies to build trust and positive relationships with the student, their family, and the wider school community.
- Assist with behaviour management, using de-escalation techniques when needed.
- Monitor and report on the student’s progress, adapting strategies to meet changing needs.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Previous experience working in an educational setting, or with children/young people with mental health challenges or autism.
- A strong understanding of the challenges associated with ASC, attachment issues, and SEMH.
- Ability to communicate effectively and with empathy, especially when managing challenging behaviour.
- A calm, patient, and flexible approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience in supporting students with personalised learning strategies, including visual timetables, sensory breaks, and social stories.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- A clean and current DBS that is on the update service or a willingness to obtain one.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Relevant qualifications in Education, Special Educational Needs, or Mental Health.
- Training in ASC, SEMH, or Attachment theory.
- Knowledge of therapeutic or de-escalation techniques, such as Team Teach or similar.
If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to be part of a dedicated team, we would love to hear from you.
Important Notice: For you to be successful in applying 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 prior to 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” and our role is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employers.
We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we sometimes cannot reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time, your application may have been unsuccessful on this specific occasion, but we encourage you to apply for positions that you may see in the future. Alternatively, please check missed calls and all your email folders as it may have been that we have tried to reach you. Thank you.
