Randstad Education • Worthing, West Sussex BN11 1AA
About this role
SEN 1
1 Teaching Assistant | SEMH School Support
Contract Type
Full-time, Temporary
Salary
£88.92 - £95 per day
Start Date
ASAP
The Role
Impactful Support for Complex Needs
Are you a resilient, calm, and empathetic individual with a passion for supporting children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
We are seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to work within a specialised SEMH school setting. This is a challenging yet deeply rewarding role where you will support a pupil who may have experienced trauma, exhibit school refusal, or struggle with emotional regulation. Your mission is to provide a consistent, "safe" presence that allows them to re-engage with learning.
Key Responsibilities
Working as part of a specialist multi-disciplinary team, your day-to-day will include
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De-escalation & Regulation
Utilising positive behaviour management strategies to help the pupil manage their emotions and stay regulated.
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Relationship Building
Developing a strong, trust-based bond to help the student feel secure and valued within the school environment.
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Nurturing Curriculum
Supporting the delivery of a bespoke curriculum that balances academic learning with social and emotional development.
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Crisis Intervention
Safely managing challenging behaviours in line with school policy and training (e.g., Team-Teach or Price).
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Targeted Implementation
Working directly with the student's EHC plan to meet specific social and emotional milestones.
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Reporting
Providing detailed feedback on triggers, successes, and behavioural trends to the SENCO and therapy teams.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a candidate with "thick skin" and a big heart who meets the following criteria
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Experience
Proven experience working with SEMH, EBD (Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties), or within a PRU (Pupil Referral Unit).
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Resilience
The ability to remain calm and objective when faced with challenging verbal or physical behaviours.
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Trauma-Informed
An understanding of how mental health and past experiences impact a child's ability to learn.
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Training
Valid de-escalation training (e.g., Team-Teach, MAPA, or PRICE) is highly desirable, though a willingness to learn is essential.
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Personality
Proactive, non-judgemental, and possessing a great sense of humor-vital for building rapport in this setting.
What We Offer
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Competitive Daily Rate
£88.92 - £95 per day.
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Specialist Experience
Gain invaluable experience in a therapeutic educational environment.
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Supportive Team
Work alongside trauma-informed practitioners and SEN specialists.
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Immediate Impact
The opportunity to be the positive turning point in a young person's educational journey.
How to Apply
If you have the resilience and heart to support our students, please contact Hannah
Joyner to submit your application
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hannah.joyner@randstad.co.uk
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Phone
01293 527416
Randstad and our partner schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.