At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour in a school setting.
- Company: Teaching Personnel, dedicated to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible working options, specialist training, and ongoing support.
- Other info: Temporary role with potential for permanent positions and excellent career development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives by helping them overcome barriers to learning.
- Qualifications: Experience in youth work, coaching, or mental health support preferred.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Behaviour is communication.
Behind every challenging moment is a young person who needs consistency, patience and someone who refuses to give up on them.
Teaching Personnel is recruiting Learning Support Assistants to work within specialist schools supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and challenging behaviour.
These are incredibly rewarding roles for resilient individuals who enjoy building relationships and helping young people overcome barriers to learning.
You’ll be helping pupils develop confidence, emotional regulation and trust—often becoming one of the most consistent adults in their school life.
Your day could involve
- Working 1:1 with pupils requiring additional support
- Managing behaviour through positive relationships
- Supporting emotional wellbeing
- Encouraging engagement with learning
- Working closely with teachers and pastoral teams
- We’re particularly interested in hearing from people with backgrounds in:
- Youth work
- Coaching or sports
- Residential care
- Mental health support
- Education
- Security or the Armed Forces
- Support work
Teaching Personnel offers
- Pay from
- Flexible working options alongside permanent positions
- Specialist training
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- Opportunities throughout Horsham and Crawley
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
This advert is for a temporary position.
In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with Df E statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training.
All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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Learning Support Assistant - Behaviour and SEMH Support in Horsham employer: Teaching Personnel
Join a supportive and nurturing educational environment as a Part Time Teacher in the BB4 area, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of Upper Key Stage 2 pupils. With competitive pay, small class sizes, and dedicated consultant support, this role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and the chance to inspire young minds in a welcoming community. Embrace the rewarding experience of teaching while enjoying the flexibility of a part-time schedule.
