SEMH Teaching Assistant – Aspiring Teacher

Location: Lancing, West Sussex
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm
Thursday: 8:30am – 12:30pm
Contract: Temporary, with potential longer-term opportunities
Start Date: ASAP

Are you a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or graduate who is passionate about working with young people and considering a career in teaching?

Would you love to gain valuable classroom experience while working towards becoming a teacher?

We are working with a lovely and highly supportive SEMH school in Lancing, supporting upper primary and secondary-aged pupils with a range of social, emotional and mental health needs.

This could be a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to start their journey as a Teaching Assistant and progress towards teacher training. The school is committed to supporting staff who want to develop their careers in education and, for the right person, there may be opportunities to support you along the pathway into teaching.

About the School

This is a nurturing and supportive specialist school where staff take the time to understand each individual young person and help them develop both academically and personally.

Alongside their education, pupils are supported to develop important life skills, independence and positive behaviour management strategies. The aim is to help young people build the confidence, resilience and skills they need for their future.

You will be joining a very supportive te