Job Description
Primary SEN Teaching Assistant
* Annual Salary: £110 per day
* Location: Rural Haywards Heath, West Sussex
* Job Type: Temporary until end of the academic year
* Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:40–15:55
Join our dedicated team as a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant in a specialist SEMH primary school. This temporary opportunity is perfect for individuals passionate about inclusive education and eager to grow professionally in a structured and supportive environment.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Assist teachers in preparing differentiated lessons and creating learning materials tailored to pupils with SEMH needs and Autistic Spectrum Conditions.
* Support pupils in small groups and one-to-one settings across all curriculum areas, reinforcing behavioural, social, and emotional learning strategies.
* Help pupils develop independence and confidence through personalised learning and therapeutic support.
* Liaise with teachers, care staff, and external professionals to support pupil progress and ensure a cohesive educational approach.
* Participate in educational visits and contribute to creative and practical activities that enhance learning experiences.
* Carry out basic administrative tasks such as photocopying, filing, and display work to support classroom activities.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Full-time availability (Monday–Friday, 08:40–15:55).
* Experience working with children, ideally in an educational or SEMH setting.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a calm, patient, and resilient approach to behaviour management.
* Good ICT skills and ability to support learning with technology.
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Benefits:
* Opportunity to transition from a temporary to a permanent role, with associated benefits.
* Supportive and structured professional environment.
* Access to a network of inclusive education providers.
* Opportunities for professional growth and development in a specialist educational setting.
To apply for this SEMH Teaching Assistant position, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in supporting children with SEMH needs.