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job details summary. hove, east sussex. £93 - £95 per day, paye, referral bonus. contract. full-time. job category: education, training & library. sen teaching assistant - alternative provision (semh). location: lancing, west sussex. salary: £92.56 - £95.00 per day. contract type: full-time, long-term (lt). start date: asap. are you looking for a rewarding role where you can offer vulnerable young people a genuine fresh start? we are seeking a resilient, empathetic, and dedicated sen teaching assistant for a long-term placement at our specialist alternative provision centre in lancing. we firmly believe that education is a lifelong process. we acknowledge that there may have been obstacles and past events that have blocked our pupils' educational progress. with this in mind, our mission is to address both the social and emotional needs of our pupils alongside, and in conjunction with, their educational needs. if you are passionate about helping secondary-aged students overcome barriers to learning, this is the perfect opportunity to make a tangible impact. key responsibilities: holistic support: provide 1:1 and small group intervention for pupils navigating social, emotional, and mental health (semh) challenges. tailored learning: assist in delivering personalised learning packages that accommodate past educational disruptions or medical needs. de-escalation & engagement: use positive behaviour management strategies to defuse challenging behaviours and rebuild pupil confidence. inclusion support: collaborate with the wider class team, blended learning team, and external inclusion partners to prepare students for their next educational chapter. what we are looking for: experience: a background supporting young people with sen, semh, adhd, or asc (within an alternative provision, pru, or mainstream inclusion setting is highly desirable). mindset: a non-judgmental, patient approach and a firm belief in fresh starts. skills: strong communication, resilience, and the ability to build quick, trusted rapport with disengaged teenagers. reliability: commitment to a long-term role to provide vital stability for our students. what we offer: competitive pay: £92.56 - £95.00 per day (dependent on experience). stability: a guaranteed long-term position in a supportive, collaborative setting. professional growth: hands-on experience working alongside specialist inclusion teams and alternative education experts. impact: the opportunity to transform the educational path of young people who need it most. how to apply: if you have the resilience and heart to thrive in an alternative provision environment, we want to hear from you today. email your cv to: hannah.joyner@randstad.co.uk. call for more details: 01293 527416. experience: non teaching. skills: 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, career driven, communication, effective discipline, empathy, engaging, excellent time management, fms experience, good behaviour management skills, good classroom management, good communication skills, good sense of humour, high expectations, keen to contribute to the life of the school, key stage 3 experience, key stage 4 experience, key stage 5 experience, knowledge of a-level specification, knowledge of curriculum, knowledge of gcse specification, knowledge of subject, motivated, partake in extra curricular activities, passion for education, sen experience, set clear objectives, sims experience, sixth form experience, teaching assistant experience, team player, work well autonomously, years 7-11 experience. key benefits: training and education; safeguarding & prevent. the application process. see what comes ahead in the application process. find out how we help you land that job. 1 of 8: apply with randstad. applying with us is easy. we will review your application and see if you are a good fit for the job and the company. 2 of 8: we'll give you a call. our consultant will call you at a suitable time to discuss your application and further career aspirations. 3 of 8: getting you registered. if youve never worked with us before, well need some basic additional pieces of information to confirm your eligibility for work. 4 of 8: compliance check. next, we just need to verify a few things - well make the relevant compliance checks and keep you posted. 5 of 8: reference and background check. as part of the process in ensuring youre perfect for the role, well make contact with any relevant references youve provided. 6 of 8: the perfect job for you. our expert team will either arrange an interview for the role youve applied for, or if they believe theres a better opportunity, theyll suggest alternative options too. 7 of 8: the interview. well ensure that youre fully prepared ahead of your interview and know exactly what to expect - good luck! 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