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Behaviour Support Assistant

United Kingdom, Lancing 90.00 - 95.00 GBP / Day · Job Posted July 06, 2026
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Are you looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant job in Lancing? Do you have experience working with children, young people, SEN, SEND, SEMH, autism, ADHD, behavioural needs, youth work or care settings? We are recruiting for a SEMH Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist school supporting primary and secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This specialist setting provides a nurturing and supportive environment for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With small class sizes, a personalised approach to learning and a strong focus on wellbeing, staff work together to help young people build confidence, resilience and positive outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team, gain valuable experience in SEND and SEMH education, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people.. Following a successful 12-week placement, you will transfer directly onto the school's permanent staff team.

Job Responsibility

  • Supporting pupils with SEMH needs
  • Helping students regulate emotions and develop positive learning behaviours
  • Working closely with teaching staff to deliver structured classroom support
  • Acting as a consistent, positive role model for vulnerable learners
  • Supporting engagement in lessons, routines and school life
  • Building strong, trusting relationships to promote emotional wellbeing and progress

Requirements

  • Experience working with children or young people (education, care, youth work or similar)
  • GCSE Maths & English (required)
  • Calm, patient and resilient approach
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to manage challenging behaviour positively
  • Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
  • Passion for supporting young people with SEMH needs

Nice to have

  • ability to track progression in attainment
  • background in youth work
  • behaviour management
  • building relationships
  • classroom management
  • communication
  • de-escalation techniques
  • empathy
  • experience in administering medication
  • experience in managing challenging behaviour
  • experience with autism spectrum disorders
  • experience with learning difficulties
  • experience with social emotional mental health
  • inclusiveness
  • manual handling
  • marking
  • mentor experience
  • personal care experience
  • planning
  • resilience
  • restraint training
  • speech and language therapy experience

What we offer

  • Opportunity to work in a specialist SEMH learning environment
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Supportive and collaborative staff team
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people's lives
  • Long-term career development within education and SEND
  • PAYE
  • Referral Bonus
  • Safeguarding & Prevent
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