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Pink Tile Education Ltd

Location:
United Kingdom, Brighton

Category:
Education

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

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Job Description:

We are looking for a calm, patient, and resilient Complex Needs Assistant to provide targeted support to pupils with a range of SEND and complex behavioural needs across schools in Brighton. This flexible cover role mirrors a SEND Teaching Assistant position, with a strong focus on de-escalation, behaviour regulation, emotional support, and trauma-informed practice. You will play a key role in helping pupils feel safe, understood, and able to engage positively in learning. This is an ideal role for someone committed to making a meaningful difference to young people with high-level needs.

Job Responsibility:

Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and complex needs
Use calm, trauma-informed and proactive de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations safely
Help pupils recognise triggers and develop self-regulation and coping strategies
Support teachers in maintaining a positive, well-structured learning environment
Build strong, trusting relationships to promote wellbeing, engagement, and confidence
Record behaviour incidents, monitor progress, and contribute to individual support plans
Assist with daily classroom routines, personalised tasks, and learning activities
Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, families, and external agencies

Requirements:

Experience working with children or young people, ideally in SEND, complex needs, or behaviour-support settings
Excellent communication skills, with high levels of patience, empathy, and resilience
Ability to remain calm and solution-focused under pressure
A flexible, proactive, and reliable approach suited to a cover-based role
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service preferred

Nice to have:

Knowledge of de-escalation, restorative practice, trauma-informed strategies, or SEMH support
Experience within mainstream or specialist school environments

What we offer:

Flexible cover work with strong preference for full-week availability (Monday–Friday)
Opportunity to make a significant impact on pupils who rely on consistency, structure, and positive role modelling
Supportive, professional, and inclusive school environments across Brighton
Excellent experience for careers in education, psychology, youth work, SEMH, or therapeutic support

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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