SEMH Learning Support Assistant

at  Pink Tile Education Ltd

TEACHING ASSISTANT (SEMH SUPPORT)

Location: Littlehampton
Hours: 08:15 - 15:15 (Mon, Thur, Fri), 16:15 (Tue, Wed)
We are looking for an energetic and resilient Teaching Assistant to work with children in Littlehampton who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This role requires someone with strong behaviour management skills and a proactive approach to engaging pupils. Candidates with backgrounds in behaviour management, sports, or active roles are often highly successful in this position.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE/ATTRIBUTES:

• Experience working with children who have SEMH needs or behavioural challenges.
• Strong behaviour management skills and resilience in managing challenging situations.
• A DBS check registered on the update service or a willingness to obtain one.
• An active, positive approach to engaging with children.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Ability to stay calm, adaptable, and responsive to students’ needs in various situations.
• Knowledge of the school’s safeguarding and behavioural policies.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualifications in education, behaviour management, sports, or a related field are beneficial but not required.
If you are motivated to make a difference and have the skills to support children with SEMH needs, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!
If you are interested or wish to discuss this role further, apply now!

Important Notice: To successfully apply for the above position, you should be eligible to work in the UK or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality, and integrity are at the heart of what we do. Pink Tile is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. During the application process, you will be required to:

• Provide details for us to complete reference checks before employment.
• Provide an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one (which Pink Tile can assist with).

Pink Tile Education, their schools, and candidates all share the view of “Best Fit, Every Time,” and our role is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employers. Please note the pay is inclusive of the 12.07% PAYE holiday.
We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we sometimes cannot reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time, your application may have been unsuccessful on this specific occasion, but we encourage you to apply for positions that you may see in the future. Alternatively, please check missed calls and all your email folders as it may have been that we have tried to reach you. Thank you

• Provide direct support to children with SEMH needs, helping them manage their behaviour and engage positively in school activities.
• Follow established behaviour and care plans to support each student’s individual needs.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students to create a safe and encouraging environment.
• Use an active, hands-on approach to engage students in learning and development.
• Monitor and provide regular feedback on students’ progress and behaviour.
• Collaborate closely with teachers and staff to create a positive and structured classroom setting.