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The pupils who need the most support often have the most to give. Teaching Personnel is looking for SEN learning support assistants to join Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) provisions across West Sussex for September 2026. These are schools that work with some of the most complex and rewarding young people in education, and they need support staff who are resilient, empathetic and ready to make a real difference. If you have a background in youth work, mental health support, or education and you're ready to bring that experience into a school setting, this could be exactly the right next step for you. What you'll be doing: • Supporting pupils with SEMH needs in both classroom and pastoral settings., • Building trusted, consistent relationships that help pupils feel safe and ready to learn., • Assisting with emotional regulation strategies and positive behaviour support., • Working alongside teachers and pastoral teams to deliver joined-up care., • Experience working with young people with SEMH, behavioural, or emotional needs., • A trauma-informed or restorative approach is a real advantage., • Patient, resilient and emotionally intelligent in your working style., • Confident in de-escalation and positive behaviour management., • Competitive weekly pay via PAYE. A annual salary ranging between £26,000 - £28,000 per annum (including full pay over half terms and School holidays), • Specialist training in SEMH and trauma-informed practice., • Flexible placements across West Sussex., • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement. To apply or find out more, contact Teaching Personnel today. 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 DfE 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. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

Autism Well-Being Assistant Location: Horsham Contract: Full-time, Term Time + Paid School Holidays Salary: £23,175 per annum Teaching Personnel is proud to be recruiting multiple Autism Well-Being Assistants for a specialist education setting in Horsham. This role is designed for individuals who are naturally calm, emotionally intuitive and motivated by supporting young people’s well-being — not just their academic progress. You do not need to be a qualified teacher to excel in this role. What matters most is who you are: your patience, empathy, resilience and ability to form meaningful, trusting relationships with pupils who experience the world differently. Important: Due to the school’s location, applicants must be able to drive to the school or obtain a very reliable lift in order to be considered for this role. The Role As an Autism Well-Being Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) to feel safe, regulated and ready to learn. You will work closely with teaching staff and specialists to support emotional regulation, communication, behaviour and independence throughout the school day. This is a relationship-led role where consistency, understanding and emotional intelligence are key. You will often be the trusted adult helping pupils navigate challenges, celebrate progress and develop confidence. Key Responsibilities: Provide consistent 1:1 or small-group support to pupils with Autism Support emotional regulation, mental well-being and positive behaviour Build strong, trusting relationships through patience, structure and empathy Support pupils during transitions and unstructured times of the day Implement agreed behaviour and support strategies consistently Assist with tailored learning activities linked to EHCP outcomes Use calm, proactive approaches to manage challenging behaviour Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN professionals and therapists Record observations and contribute to pupil progress reviews Who This Role Is For This role suits people who are people-focused first, and skills-focused second. Essential Personal Qualities: Calm, patient and emotionally resilient Naturally empathetic and good at reading emotional cues Comfortable supporting pupils who may be non-verbal or dysregulated Confident remaining composed during challenging situations Consistent, reliable and emotionally grounded Open to learning, feedback and professional development Able to drive to the school or obtain a very reliable lift (essential) Desirable (But Not Essential) Experience: Experience supporting children or young people with Autism or SEN Backgrounds in care, youth work, psychology, education or support roles Knowledge of behaviour management or emotional regulation strategies We strongly encourage applications from individuals who may not have formal education experience but bring the right personality, values and mindset. What’s On Offer This is a stable, long-term opportunity in specialist education, with benefits that genuinely support staff retention and development. Benefits Include: £23,175 annual salary Full pay across half terms and bank holidays — a key benefit of this role A consistent, full-time position in one specialist setting Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant Access to additional career development courses, including: Safeguarding Training Behaviour Management THRIVE Training (offered exclusively through Teaching Personnel) A deeply rewarding role where your impact is felt every day Apply Now If you are someone who values emotional well-being, understands behaviour as communication, and wants a secure, meaningful role supporting young people with Autism, we would love to hear from you. Apply today through Teaching Personnel to begin your journey as an Autism Well-Being Assistant. 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 DfE 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. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website