Autism Support Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Chichester

Salary: £93-£100 per day (12-week placement) | £22,000-£23,500 per annum upon permanent transfer
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:15am-3:30pm

Are you passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential?

We are recruiting for a SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Chichester supporting primary and secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This specialist setting provides a nurturing and supportive environment for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With small class sizes, a personalised approach to learning and a strong focus on wellbeing, staff work together to help young people build confidence, resilience and positive outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team, gain valuable experience in SEND and SEMH education, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people.

The Role:

• Support pupils with SEMH needs in and out of the classroom
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and engagement in learning
• Build strong relationships and act as a positive role model
• Work closely with teachers and support staff to help pupils succeed

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with children or young people (education, care, youth work or similar)
• GCSE Maths and English (Required)
• Right to work in UK or valid visa
• Calm, patient and resilient approach
• Strong communication skills and a passion for helping others

What You'll Receive:

• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and welcoming team environment
• Career progression opportunities within education and SEND
• A rewarding role where every day makes a difference

Apply today to start a meaningful career supporting young people to thrive.

experience

Non Teaching

skills

ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience

qualifications

CACHE level 1 or 2,CACHE level 2 or 3,early childhood studies degree,health and social care experience,health and social care qualifications (NVQ),HLTA,HLTA,NVQ level 2,NVQ level 3,NVQ level 4,Schools direct

education

high school,college,university