Primary SEMH Support Assistant

Haywards Heath, West Sussex

£92.59 – £120 per day, depending on experience
Monday to Friday | Term Time Only | Temp to Perm Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a Primary SEMH Support Assistant to join a specialist SEMH primary school in Haywards Heath, supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young children and helping them engage with learning in a nurturing and therapeutic environment.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs both in and out of the classroom
• Building positive relationships and acting as a positive role model
• Supporting behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies
• Encouraging engagement with learning and social development
• Working closely with teachers and the wider pastoral team

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour is desirable
• Calm, resilient, and able to build strong relationships
• Passionate about supporting vulnerable young people
• A patient, nurturing, and proactive approach
• Must be a driver with access to a vehicle due to the school’s rural location

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers and achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you.

Important Notice

To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in the UK or hold a valid work visa.

At Pink Tile Education, safeguarding, quality, and integrity are at the heart of what we do. All applicants must:

• Provide suitable references for pre-employment checks
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Children’s Workforce (or Children’s & Adults’) Update Service, or be willing to obtain one

Pay includes 12.07% holiday pay. We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. Due to high application volumes, individual feedback may not be possible for unsuccessful applicants.