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SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job in Crawley, West Sussex, RH11, England, UK
Listing for: Randstad Education
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-24
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, School Counselor
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 95 GBP Hourly GBP 95.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Supply SEN Teaching Assistant (SEMH Specialist)

Location: Haywards Heath, West Sussex

Pay: Up to £95 per day

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

Contract: Supply / Temporary

Are you a resilient and empathetic individual looking to support young people with complex needs? We are urgently seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to join our specialist team in Haywards Heath
.

With an immediate start available, this role is perfect for a dedicated professional who understands that behaviour is communication. You will be working in a specialist environment designed to help pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs find their path back to successful learning.

The Role

In this specialist capacity, you will act as a mentor and a calming presence. Your daily responsibilities will include:

  • Emotional Regulation: Using trauma-informed approaches to help pupils manage their emotions and return to a state of calm.

  • 1:1 Mentoring: Building deep rapport with specific pupils to help them navigate social hurdles and curriculum demands.

  • Classroom Support: Assisting the class teacher in delivering tailored activities that meet sensory and cognitive needs.

  • Safe Environments: Maintaining a secure, nurturing, and engaging classroom atmosphere.

What We Are Looking For
  • SEMH

    Experience:

    Essential experience supporting pupils with SEMH or complex behavioural needs.

  • Resilience: A calm, patient nature and the ability to de-escalate challenging situations effectively.

  • Immediate Availability: Ready to start work straight away in the Haywards Heath area.

  • Commitment: A passion for inclusive education and a "child-first" approach.

Why Join Us?
  • Competitive Pay: Earn up to £95 per day
    .

  • Flexibility: Work that fits your schedule with both short and long-term opportunities.

  • Growth: Gain broad experience in a specialist SEMH setting with a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Ready to make a difference?

To apply or to find out more about this rewarding opportunity, please contact Hannah Joyner
:

  • Email:

  • Call:

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