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Primary SEN Teaching Assistant • Annual Salary: £120 per day, • Location: Rural Haywards Heath, • Job Type: Long term supply to start September, • Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:40–15.55 Join our dedicated team as a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant in a specialist SEMH primary school in West Sussex. This temporary opportunity is perfect for individuals passionate about inclusive education and eager to grow professionally in a structured and supportive environment. Day-to-day of the role: • Assist teachers in preparing differentiated lessons and creating learning materials tailored to pupils with SEMH needs and Autistic Spectrum Conditions., • Support pupils in small groups and one-to-one settings across all curriculum areas, reinforcing behavioural, social, and emotional learning strategies., • Help pupils develop independence and confidence through personalised learning and therapeutic support., • Liaise with teachers, care staff, and external professionals to support pupil progress and ensure a cohesive educational approach., • Participate in educational visits and contribute to creative and practical activities that enhance learning experiences., • Carry out basic administrative tasks such as photocopying, filing, and display work to support classroom activities. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Full-time availability (Monday–Friday, 08:40–15.55)., • Experience working with children, ideally in an educational or SEMH setting., • Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a calm, patient, and resilient approach to behaviour management., • Good ICT skills and ability to support learning with technology., • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Benefits: • Opportunity to transition from a temporary to a permanent role, with associated benefits., • Supportive and structured professional environment., • Access to a network of inclusive education providers., • Opportunities for professional growth and development in a specialist educational setting. To apply for this SEMH Teaching Assistant position, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in supporting children with SEMH needs.

Aspiring Educational Psychologist/Learning Support Assistant - Haywards HeathHaywards Heath - Educational Psychologist - Education - Psychology - Learning Support Assistant - Special NeedsAre you motivated by supporting and helping others?We are looking for a dedicated Aspiring Educational Psychologist/Learning Support Assistant in Haywards Heath to support children with Special Needs, such as ASD, SEMH and associated challenging behaviours. You will be joining a friendly, energetic and creative team!The School:This is a special school in Haywards Heath catering for pupils between 5 to 11 years with Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties and Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC), including those with Asperger's Syndrome and those with a diagnosis of ADHD.As a Aspiring Educational Psychologist/Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to 'get your foot in the door' and work closely with the therapists, enabling you to expand your knowledge, skillset, and gain relevant practical experience, which is invaluable for you, as an Aspiring Educational Psychologist. Also an ideal opportunity for aspiring Occupational Therapists, Clinical Psychologists and Speech and Language Therapists.Professional Skills & Requirements for the role of an Aspiring Educational Psychologist/LSAWilling to work 1:1 and in small groups with studentsAble to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacherAble to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAble to provide academic and pastoral supportExperience working with young people with special needs is desirable but not essentialPersonal QualitiesPassionate about helping children to achieve their full potentialAble to build confidence and motivationAbility to build robust and effective relationships with studentsAbility to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflictAble to commute to Haywards HeathCaring, compassionate, and a good listener- 5 days a week (Mon-Fri) & £93-£105 per day - dependant on skills and experience- Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of students- You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship- Candidates registering with Academics will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.Apply now or contact Maddy Thatcher at Academics:01483 362393 lTPBN1_UKTJ

Aspiring Child Counsellor - Burgess HillBurgess Hill - Mental Health - SEN - Counselling - Pastoral - Education and Training - Psychology - Criminology - Sociology - GraduateThis Aspiring Child Counsellor/Learning Support Assistant role will give you experience working at a foundation, special school in Burgess Hill with pupils aged between 2 and 19 years with a wide range of learning difficulties and complex special needs, including Autistic Spectrum Conditions and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties.A common feature for many children and young people with special educational needs is marginalisation and disadvantage, trauma, dysfunctional family relationships, low educational attainment and stigmatisation. Subsequently they face many barriers in life and are more 'at risk' of negative outcomes. With this Aspiring Child Counsellor/LSA role in Burgess Hill, you will be instrumental in providing consistency, and equipping children and young people with tools to ensure they feel safe, secure, empowered, and believe that they can succeed in life.This is a challenging Aspiring Child Counsellor/Learning Support Assistant role and any previous experience in a relevant field would be advantageous, but is not essential. Training, support and CPD is required in order for you to perform your duties and to ensure safeguarding of all students.Ideal for a Psychology, Sociology and Criminology graduates, this role will give you excellent practical experience with SEN students in a relevant field, before you take your next step.Personal Qualities for the role of an Aspiring Child Counsellor/LSA rolePassionate about helping children and young people achieve their full potentialAble to build confidence and motivationAble to build robust and effective relationships with studentsAble to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflictAble to commute to Burgess HillCaring, compassionate, and a good listenerStart date September, trial days taking place to ensure the role and school is right for youExcellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided£90-£105 per day, Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, term time onlyNo previous experience is requiredGCSE in English and MathsIf you have a Psychology / Criminology / Social Science degree, it's an excellent use of your degree**You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorshipApply now or contact Maddy Thatcher at Academics Ltd:01483 362393Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.TPBN1_UKTJ