At a Glance
- Tasks: Support secondary students with SEMH needs and help them thrive in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Specialist SEMH provision dedicated to making a difference in young people's lives.
- Benefits: Temp-to-perm pathway, full training, and opportunities for career progression.
- Other info: Join a supportive team focused on building positive relationships and promoting wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives while developing your skills in education.
- Qualifications: Experience with young people and a passion for supporting those with SEMH needs.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 23000 £ per year.
Do You Want to Make a Real Difference? Are you resilient, compassionate, and passionate about supporting young people who face barriers to learning due to Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? An independent specialist SEMH provision in Burstow is seeking dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistants to join its secondary team. This specialist setting supports students with a range of needs, including ADHD, ASD, and associated social, emotional, and behavioural challenges. The school provides a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where students are supported to rebuild confidence, regulate emotions, and re-engage with education.
Position Details
- Location: Burstow
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:15pm
- Contract: Temp-to-Perm (12-week agency period followed by permanent transfer)
- Agency Pay: £93-£100 per day (first 12 weeks)
- Permanent Salary: £22,000-£23,000 per annum
About the Role
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support secondary-aged pupils with SEMH needs on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
- Help students develop emotional regulation skills and positive learning behaviours.
- Work closely with teaching staff to deliver structured learning support.
- Act as a positive, consistent role model for vulnerable learners.
- Encourage engagement in lessons and wider school activities.
- Build trusting relationships that promote wellbeing, confidence, and progress.
Benefits
- Clear temp-to-perm pathway into a permanent school contract.
- Full training and ongoing professional development.
- Supportive and collaborative staff team.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people's lives.
- Valuable experience within a specialist SEMH secondary setting.
- Long-term career progression opportunities within education and SEND.
Requirements
- Experience working with children or young people (education, youth work, care, or similar settings).
- A calm, patient, and resilient approach.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- The ability to build positive relationships and manage challenging behaviour effectively.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.
- A genuine passion for supporting young people with SEMH needs.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist setting where consistency, care, and positive relationships are at the heart of everything they do.
Learning Support Assistant (SEN) in Horley employer: Randstad Education
Join a dedicated team at our independent specialist SEMH provision in Burstow, where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and professional development, ensuring that you grow alongside your students while enjoying a clear pathway to permanent employment. With a focus on nurturing relationships and providing a safe environment, this role offers meaningful engagement and the chance to contribute positively to the educational journey of vulnerable learners.
