SEMH Teaching Assistant, East Grinstead
Rate: £90–£110/day (term-time salary)
Contract: Full-time, permanent, temp to perm
Location: East Grinstead area (SEMH provision)
Responsibilities:
* Provide daily emotional and behavioural support to pupils in SEMH classes
* Implement taught social–emotional programmes (e.g., restorative practise, self-regulation)
* Support class teachers in lesson delivery, differentiation, and behaviour management
* Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils; act as a consistent adult presence
* Facilitate small-group mentoring and peer-support sessions
* Keep detailed records of behaviour incidents, interventions, and pupil wellbeing
* Help run pupil assemblies, social skills groups, and enrichment activities
Requirements / Advantages:
* Child-Only Enhanced DBS mandatory
* Driving licence advantageous for flexibility
* Experience working with SEMH, youth work, or pastoral care preferred
Why Apply:
A long-term, stable role where your work with pupils has deep, lasting impact. You're not just a TA—you’re an emotional anchor.
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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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