SEND & SEMH School Roles – Teachers & Support Staff | East Sussex
SEND and SEMH schools across East Sussex are currently looking to connect with educators who are interested in working within specialist settings supporting pupils with additional needs.
These roles involve working with children and young people who may require additional support with behaviour, emotional regulation or learning. Schools are looking for staff who can bring consistency, structure and a calm, reliable presence into the classroom.
We are currently recruiting both qualified teachers and classroom support staff (Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants) across a range of SEND and SEMH settings.
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Opportunities Available
Depending on your experience and availability, roles may include:
* SEND and SEMH teaching roles
* Teaching Assistant and Learning Support Assistant positions
* Classroom and intervention support
* 1:1 pupil support
* Behaviour and engagement support roles
* Short-term, long-term and ongoing placements
Opportunities are available across both primary and secondary SEND settings.
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Who This May Suit
These roles often suit individuals who:
* Have experience working with children or young people
* Are calm, patient and consistent in their approach
* Build positive, professional relationships with pupils
* Are confident maintaining structure and clear expectations
* Work well as part of a team
* Are interested in developing within SEND or SEMH education
Previous SEND or SEMH experience is beneficial but not essential. Schools are often open to supporting the right candidates who demonstrate the right attitude and willingness to learn.
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What’s on Offer
* Opportunities across East Sussex SEND and SEMH schools
* Flexible work as well as longer-term placements
* Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
* Access to CPD and training opportunities
* The chance to build meaningful experience within specialist education
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Practical Information
* Roles available across East Sussex
* Immediate and upcoming opportunities
* Teaching roles paid to scale
* Teaching Assistant / 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 a DBS through us.
We will support you through the process, though the cost is covered by the applicant.
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Interested?
If you’re looking for a role where you can have a genuine impact and build experience within SEND or SEMH education, apply today and we can discuss what opportunities may suit you.
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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