SEND Support Roles – Make a Difference in East Sussex Schools
Are you looking for a role where your presence, energy and consistency genuinely matter?
Teaching Personnel are recruiting for a range of SEND support roles across East Sussex, working with pupils who may struggle in mainstream education and benefit from a more personalised, relational approach.
These roles are ideal for people who are confident, patient, and motivated by helping young people feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.
What SEND Support Work Looks Like:
* Supporting pupils with learning, behaviour, and emotional needs
* Helping young people regulate emotions and engage in lessons
* Offering structure, reassurance, and positive reinforcement
* Working alongside teachers, therapists and pastoral staff
* Adapting approaches to meet individual pupil needs
No two days are the same — flexibility and resilience are key.
This Could Suit You If You Are:
* Calm under pressure and emotionally resilient
* Confident working with children or young people
* A clear communicator with a supportive approach
* Interested in SEND, SEMH, or alternative education
* Looking for meaningful, hands-on work
We welcome both experienced SEND practitioners and those new to SEND with the right attitude.
Additional Information:
* Child-only DBS on the Update Service preferred (or willing to apply)
* Opportunities available across primary and secondary settings
* Full-time and flexible options available
Register your interest today and speak to us about SEND opportunities in East Sussex.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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