Transform Young Lives: Become an Inclusion Key Worker/Teaching Assistant Are you passionate about supporting young people and preventing school exclusions? We're seeking four dedicated and proactive individuals to join a team as Key Workers/Teaching Assistants. About the Role: You'll be a vital link between students, schools, and families, working to ensure young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs thrive in mainstream education. As a Key Worker, you'll manage a caseload of 10-12 pupils, providing tailored support to help them overcome challenges and succeed. Your Responsibilities: Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils within their mainstream school setting. Work collaboratively with school staff to implement strategies that promote positive behaviour and engagement. Support pupils to develop their SEMH skills and make positive choices. Act as a key point of contact for pupils, families, and school staff. Work proactively to prevent exclusions by addressing underlying needs and challenges. Maintain accurate records and contribute to multi-agency meetings. Ensure pupils are supported to meet the expectations of mainstream school policies, including behaviour standards. About You: You are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people. You possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You are proactive, resilient, and able to work independently. You have strong time management and organisational skills. You are experienced in working with young people with SEMH needs (desirable). You enjoy working in a multi-agency environment. You hold a minimum of a Level 2 (GCSE 4-9 or equivalent) qualification in Maths and English. You hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle. You will be required to travel across the West Sussex area. What's On Offer: A rewarding and fulfilling career. The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people. A supportive and collaborative working environment. Mileage paid in line with West Sussex CC policies. To Apply: If this sounds like a role that you can do please contact me today on 01293 527416 or email me on claire.watson@randstad.co.uk for a chat about the role. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.