SEMH 1:1 Teaching Assistant (Brighton, East Sussex)

Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Location: Brighton, East Sussex

Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate, proactive, and resilient 1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a specialist or mainstream setting. This full-time, term-time role is ideal for someone calm under pressure, confident in behaviour support, and passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with SEMH needs
Build positive, trusting relationships to encourage engagement
Implement behaviour support plans and use de-escalation strategies
Support emotional regulation and help pupils develop coping skills
Assist with learning tasks, activities, and personalised interventions
Collaborate with the class teacher, SENCO, and pastoral team
Maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment

Requirements:

Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, trauma, or behavioural needs
Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills
Patient, consistent, and able to remain calm in challenging situations
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Ability to follow guidance while using initiative
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing

What We Offer:

Supportive staff team and experienced SEN leadership
Training in SEMH strategies and de-escalation techniques
A rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference
Full-time, term-time position with potential for extension

How to Apply:
If you’re passionate about supporting young people and ready to make a positive difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply below.

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The pay stated is inclusive of the additional 12.07% PAYE holiday.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undertake various background checks including obtaining a DBS, if they do not hold a valid certificate that is on the update service.