September SEND & SEMH Opportunities | East Sussex Schools
With September planning already underway, SEND and SEMH schools across East Sussex are beginning to secure educators and support staff for the new academic year.
We are currently looking to connect with individuals interested in working within specialist education settings supporting pupils with additional behavioural, emotional or learning needs.
Whether you’re an experienced SEND educator or looking to move into the sector for the first time, there are a range of opportunities expected across both primary and secondary settings this September.
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Opportunities May Include
* SEND and SEMH teaching roles
* Teaching Assistant and Learning Support Assistant positions
* 1:1 pupil support
* Behaviour and engagement-focused support
* Classroom and intervention roles
* Long-term and permanent opportunities
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What Schools Are Looking For
Schools are keen to meet people who can bring:
* Consistency and reliability
* Calm, professional classroom presence
* Strong relationship-building skills
* Patience and emotional resilience
* A genuine interest in supporting young people
Experience within SEND or SEMH is beneficial, but not essential. Many schools are open to candidates with transferable skills and the right attitude.
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Why Apply Early?
September recruitment moves quickly.
Applying early gives you:
* Access to a wider range of opportunities
* Time to complete vetting before the new academic year
* The chance to find a setting that genuinely suits you
* Greater flexibility around the types of roles available
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Practical Information
* Opportunities across East Sussex
* September 2026 starts
* Teaching roles paid to scale
* TA / LSA roles paid at £92.60 per day
* A child-only enhanced DBS on the Update Service is required
If you do not currently hold one, you will need to apply for one through us. Support is provided throughout the process, though the cost is covered by the applicant.
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Interested?
If you’re considering a move into SEND or SEMH education for September, apply today and we can discuss upcoming opportunities across 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.
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