CrawlJobs Logo
Pink Tile Education Ltd Logo Pink Tile Education Ltd · Education

Complex Needs Assistant / De-escalation Mentor

United Kingdom, Hailsham · Job Posted December 11, 2025
Apply Position
Job Link Share

Job Description

We are looking for a calm and resilient Complex Needs Assistant to support pupils with SEND, SEMH, and behavioural needs across schools in Hailsham. The role focuses on de-escalation, emotional regulation, and positive behaviour support to help pupils stay engaged in learning.

Job Responsibility

  • Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and complex needs
  • Use trauma-informed, proactive de-escalation techniques
  • Support pupils with self-regulation and identifying triggers
  • Help maintain a positive, structured classroom environment
  • Build supportive relationships that promote wellbeing and engagement
  • Record behaviour incidents and contribute to support plans
  • Work closely with teachers, support staff, and families

Requirements

  • Experience with children/young people in SEND, SEMH, or behaviour-support settings
  • Calm, empathetic, and resilient under pressure
  • Proactive and flexible, able to work across different school settings

Nice to have

  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
  • Knowledge of de-escalation, restorative practice, or trauma-informed approaches

What we offer

  • Flexible work with preference for Monday–Friday availability
  • Rewarding role supporting pupils who rely on structure and positive role models
  • Supportive school environments across Hailsham
  • Great experience for careers in education, psychology, SEMH, or youth work
Pink Tile Education Ltd - All Job Offers

Looking for more opportunities?

Search for other job offers that match your skills and interests.

Suggested Tags: Frontend Developer Secretary Talent Manager Salesforce Administrator Data Analyst
Similar Jobs for

Complex Needs Assistant / De-escalation Mentor

8 matching positions

New

Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant

Are you looking for a role where you can make a tangible difference every single...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Crawley
Salary
Salary:
89.00 - 95.00 GBP / Day
https://www.randstad.com Logo
Randstad
Expiration Date
July 10, 2026
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Experience: worked with children with special needs, particularly those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Transferable Skills: background in medical or health care
  • Mindset: team player with a calm demeanour and a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
  • ability to track progression in attainment
  • background in youth work
  • behaviour management
  • building relationships
  • classroom management
  • communication
  • de-escalation techniques
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • make a tangible difference every single day
  • support pupils aged 2-11 who have a range of severe learning difficulties (SLD), as well as complex medical and care needs
What we offer
What we offer
  • training and education
  • Safeguarding & Prevent
  • Comprehensive Induction
  • Ongoing Training: Access to a continuous professional development programme tailored to SEN and medical care
  • Balanced Schedule: Consistent term-time hours that offer a great work-life balance
  • Referral Bonus
Read More
Arrow Right

Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of children w...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Worthing
Salary
Salary:
92.56 - 95.00 GBP / Day
https://www.randstad.com Logo
Randstad
Expiration Date
August 12, 2026
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • CACHE level 1 or 2
  • CACHE level 2 or 3
  • early childhood studies degree
  • health and social care experience
  • health and social care qualifications (NVQ)
  • HLTA
  • NVQ level 2
  • NVQ level 3
  • NVQ level 4
  • empathy
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Support pupils across Cognition and Learning
  • Communication and Interaction
  • Sensory and Physical Development
  • Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH)
  • work alongside teachers, Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapists, and Occupational Therapists to help pupils overcome barriers
What we offer
What we offer
  • PAYE
  • Referral Bonus
  • training and education
  • Safeguarding & Prevent
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Special Educational Needs (SEMH) Teaching Assistant

We are seeking an exceptional Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) Teachi...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Worthing
Salary
Salary:
92.56 - 95.00 GBP / Day
https://www.randstad.com Logo
Randstad
Expiration Date
August 16, 2026
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Experience working with secondary-aged youth displaying SEMH needs, severe challenging behaviour, or complex trauma (within an AP, PRU, youth work, or residential care setting)
  • Exceptional resilience, emotional intelligence, and the ability to remain entirely calm, objective, and grounded during intense, high-pressure situations
  • An understanding of trauma-informed practice, attachment theories, or restorative justice
  • The ability to establish firm, respectful boundaries while maintaining an approachable, non-judgemental demeanour
  • 121 teaching experience
  • ability to communicate with parents
  • ability to work well under pressure
  • able to inspire
  • be a role model
  • building rapport with children
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • De-escalation & Behaviour Support: Utilise proactive, positive behaviour strategies and therapeutic approaches to manage high-level challenging behaviours, defuse conflicts, and maintain a safe, calm environment
  • Targeted Interventions: Deliver tailored 1:1 and small-group interventions focusing on emotional regulation, social skills, and self-esteem, aligned with students' Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
  • Nurturing Academic Support: Help students access a modified curriculum, breaking down tasks to reduce frustration and celebrating small victories to foster a sense of achievement
  • Building Restorative Relationships: Act as a trusted adult and mentor, helping students understand their emotions, repair relationships, and develop crucial life and coping skills
  • Collaborative Safeguarding & Reporting: Work alongside a multi-disciplinary team to track behavioural trends, update risk assessments, and maintain rigorous safeguarding records
What we offer
What we offer
  • training and education
  • Safeguarding & Prevent
  • Referral Bonus
Read More
Arrow Right

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant

We are a vibrant primary special school in West Sussex catering to pupils (aged ...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Littlehampton
Salary
Salary:
92.56 - 95.00 GBP / Day
https://www.randstad.com Logo
Randstad
Expiration Date
July 01, 2026
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Patient & Empathetic: You understand that behaviour is communication
  • Adaptive: You can pivot your approach based on a child's immediate sensory or emotional needs
  • Collaborative: You enjoy working with speech therapists, physios, and occupational therapists
  • Dedicated: You have a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of children with complex needs
  • ability to track progression in attainment
  • background in youth work
  • behaviour management
  • building relationships
  • classroom management
  • communication
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Supporting pupils in small groups tailored to their social and learning needs
  • Implementing personalised learning plans to keep pupils challenged and motivated
  • Assisting with the use of our specialist resources
  • Providing a safe, nurturing environment where every small victory is celebrated
What we offer
What we offer
  • training and education
  • PAYE
  • Referral Bonus
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant

We are a vibrant primary special school in West Sussex catering to pupils (aged ...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Arundel
Salary
Salary:
92.56 - 95.00 GBP / Day
https://www.randstad.com Logo
Randstad
Expiration Date
July 01, 2026
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Patient & Empathetic: You understand that "behaviour is communication."
  • Adaptive: You can pivot your approach based on a child's immediate sensory or emotional needs
  • Collaborative: You enjoy working with speech therapists, physios, and occupational therapists
  • Dedicated: You have a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of children with complex needs
  • experience: Non Teaching
  • skills: 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
  • qualifications: CACHE level 1 or 2, CACHE level 2 or 3, early childhood studies degree, health and social care experience, health and social care qualifications (NVQ), HLTA, NVQ level 2, NVQ level 3, NVQ level 4
  • education: high school, college, university
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Supporting pupils in small groups tailored to their social and learning needs
  • Implementing personalised learning plans to keep pupils challenged and motivated
  • Assisting with the use of our specialist resources
  • Providing a safe, nurturing environment where every small victory is celebrated
What we offer
What we offer
  • PAYE
  • Referral Bonus
  • training and education
  • Safeguarding & Prevent
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Special Educational Needs (SEMH) Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision

We are seeking an exceptional Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) Teachi...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Steyning
Salary
Salary:
92.56 - 95.00 GBP / Day
https://www.randstad.com Logo
Randstad
Expiration Date
August 16, 2026
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Proven experience working with secondary-aged youth displaying SEMH needs, severe challenging behaviour, or complex trauma (within an AP, PRU, youth work, or residential care setting)
  • Exceptional resilience, emotional intelligence, and the ability to remain entirely calm, objective, and grounded during intense, high-pressure situations
  • An understanding of trauma-informed practice, attachment theories, or restorative justice
  • The ability to establish firm, respectful boundaries while maintaining an approachable, non-judgemental demeanour
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • De-escalation & Behaviour Support: Utilise proactive, positive behaviour strategies and therapeutic approaches to manage high-level challenging behaviours, defuse conflicts, and maintain a safe, calm environment
  • Targeted Interventions: Deliver tailored 1:1 and small-group interventions focusing on emotional regulation, social skills, and self-esteem, aligned with students' Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
  • Nurturing Academic Support: Help students access a modified curriculum, breaking down tasks to reduce frustration and celebrating small victories to foster a sense of achievement
  • Build Restorative Relationships: Act as a trusted adult and mentor, helping students understand their emotions, repair relationships, and develop crucial life and coping skills
  • Collaborative Safeguarding & Reporting: Work alongside a multi-disciplinary team to track behavioural trends, update risk assessments, and maintain rigorous safeguarding records
What we offer
What we offer
  • Competitive Pay: £92.56 - £95.00 per day, reflecting the specialist and demanding nature of this role
  • Stability: A long-term, consistent contract offering predictable income and regular hours throughout the school year
  • Expert Training: Access to comprehensive, ongoing professional development, including advanced de-escalation training and trauma-informed practice
  • Unrivalled Support: A deeply supportive, tight-knit team environment where staff well-being and debriefing sessions are prioritised
  • PAYE
  • Referral Bonus
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Special Educational Needs (SEMH) Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision

We are seeking an exceptional Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) Teachi...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Lancing
Salary
Salary:
92.56 - 95.00 GBP / Day
https://www.randstad.com Logo
Randstad
Expiration Date
August 16, 2026
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Proven Experience: Experience working with secondary-aged youth displaying SEMH needs, severe challenging behaviour, or complex trauma (within an AP, PRU, youth work, or residential care setting)
  • Thick Skin & a Big Heart: Exceptional resilience, emotional intelligence, and the ability to remain entirely calm, objective, and grounded during intense, high-pressure situations
  • A Therapeutic Mindset: An understanding of trauma-informed practice, attachment theories, or restorative justice. Certifications like Team Teach, Price, or MAPA are highly desirable (though training will be provided)
  • Strong Boundaries & Communication: The ability to establish firm, respectful boundaries while maintaining an approachable, non-judgemental demeanour
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • De-escalation & Behaviour Support: Utilise proactive, positive behaviour strategies and therapeutic approaches to manage high-level challenging behaviours, defuse conflicts, and maintain a safe, calm environment
  • Targeted Interventions: Deliver tailored 1:1 and small-group interventions focusing on emotional regulation, social skills, and self-esteem, aligned with students' Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
  • Nurturing Academic Support: Help students access a modified curriculum, breaking down tasks to reduce frustration and celebrating small victories to foster a sense of achievement
  • Building Restorative Relationships: Act as a trusted adult and mentor, helping students understand their emotions, repair relationships, and develop crucial life and coping skills
  • Collaborative Safeguarding & Reporting: Work alongside a multi-disciplinary team to track behavioural trends, update risk assessments, and maintain rigorous safeguarding records
What we offer
What we offer
  • Competitive Pay: £92.56 - £95.00 per day, reflecting the specialist and demanding nature of this role
  • Stability: A long-term, consistent contract offering predictable income and regular hours throughout the school year
  • Expert Training: Access to comprehensive, ongoing professional development, including advanced de-escalation training and trauma-informed practice
  • Unrivalled Support: A deeply supportive, tight-knit team environment where staff well-being and debriefing sessions are prioritised
  • PAYE
  • Referral Bonus
Read More
Arrow Right

Special Educational Needs (SEMH) Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision

We are seeking an exceptional Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) Teachi...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Littlehampton
Salary
Salary:
92.56 - 95.00 GBP / Day
https://www.randstad.com Logo
Randstad
Expiration Date
August 16, 2026
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Proven Experience: Experience working with secondary-aged youth displaying SEMH needs, severe challenging behaviour, or complex trauma (within an AP, PRU, youth work, or residential care setting)
  • Thick Skin & a Big Heart: Exceptional resilience, emotional intelligence, and the ability to remain entirely calm, objective, and grounded during intense, high-pressure situations
  • A Therapeutic Mindset: An understanding of trauma-informed practice, attachment theories, or restorative justice. Certifications like Team Teach, Price, or MAPA are highly desirable (though training will be provided)
  • Strong Boundaries & Communication: The ability to establish firm, respectful boundaries while maintaining an approachable, non-judgemental demeanour
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • De-escalation & Behaviour Support: Utilise proactive, positive behaviour strategies and therapeutic approaches to manage high-level challenging behaviours, defuse conflicts, and maintain a safe, calm environment
  • Targeted Interventions: Deliver tailored 1:1 and small-group interventions focusing on emotional regulation, social skills, and self-esteem, aligned with students' Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
  • Nurturing Academic Support: Help students access a modified curriculum, breaking down tasks to reduce frustration and celebrating small victories to foster a sense of achievement
  • Building Restorative Relationships: Act as a trusted adult and mentor, helping students understand their emotions, repair relationships, and develop crucial life and coping skills
  • Collaborative Safeguarding & Reporting: Work alongside a multi-disciplinary team to track behavioural trends, update risk assessments, and maintain rigorous safeguarding records
What we offer
What we offer
  • Competitive Pay: £92.56 - £95.00 per day, reflecting the specialist and demanding nature of this role
  • Stability: A long-term, consistent contract offering predictable income and regular hours throughout the school year
  • Expert Training: Access to comprehensive, ongoing professional development, including advanced de-escalation training and trauma-informed practice
  • Unrivalled Support: A deeply supportive, tight-knit team environment where staff well-being and debriefing sessions are prioritised
  • Referral Bonus
  • training and education
  • Safeguarding & Prevent
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right