Teaching Assistant - Outdoor Education - Forest School - Duke of Edinburgh award support
* Annual Salary: £24,500
* Daily Rate: £115 - £120 per day
* Location: Rural Horsham, West Sussex
* Job Type: Full-time
* Start Date: 1st Sept 2025
We are seeking a dedicated member of support staff to provide one-on-one and small class support for secondary aged boys who have SEMH. This role is based in a school located in the picturesque countryside of West Sussex, which boasts state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to the holistic development of its pupils.
Based within the Outdoor Education Department - supporting Forest School and Duke of Edinburgh award
Day-to-day of the role:
1. Mountain biking and hiking
2. Work closely with a child who has complex emotional needs, ensuring proactive intervention to maintain a calm learning environment.
3. Build and maintain positive relationships with pupils, exercising appropriate authority and acting decisively when necessary.
4. Understand the educational needs of pupils and tailor support to meet these needs.
5. Assist in the preparation of teaching materials and the organisation of the classroom to create an engaging learning environment.
6. Collaborate with teaching staff to monitor stu...