Job Description
EduTalent Group are partnering with a specialist education setting to recruit a Teaching Assistant for an SEN school in Hastings.
A rewarding opportunity for a nurturing and reflective individual passionate about supporting students with SEMH and additional needs.
The role focuses on building trust, promoting wellbeing, and helping students feel safe, valued, and ready to learn.
You will work within a supportive, inclusive, and values-led environment.
Responsibilities
* Provide individualised emotional, academic, and social support to students
* Help students feel secure, respected, and engaged in learning
* Work closely with class teachers, therapeutic professionals, and the SEN team
* Implement personalised strategies that reflect students’ needs and strengths
* Adapt learning materials to support communication, regulation, and engagement
* Model and promote a values-led approach centred on trust, belonging, aspiration, voice, pride, and curiosity
* Apply Therapeutic Thinking principles using relational, reflective, and restorative approaches
Requirements
Essential
* A calm, nurturing, and thoughtful approach to supporting children and young people
* Strong listening skills with the ability to respond with empathy and consistency
* GCSEs or equivalent in English and Mathematics at Grade A* to C
* A commitment to positive behaviour approaches and a culture of readiness, respect, and safety
* A willingness to learn, reflect, and develop professionally within a supportive team
Desirable
* Experience of working with students with SEMH, ASC, or additional needs
* Experience within a therapeutic, trauma-informed, or specialist education setting
* An interest in developing skills in Therapeutic Thinking and relational practice
Benefits
1. The opportunity to work in a setting where relationships and wellbeing are prioritised
2. Access to high-quality CPD, including therapeutic thinking training and reflective supervision
3. A fulfilling role where you can make a meaningful difference to students’ lives
4. A supportive and inclusive working environment focused on care, connection, and progress
Requirements
Experience working with children or young people (SEN experience is desirable but not essential) A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team A genuine interest in supporting pupils with additional needs Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)