SEMH Teaching Assistant – Worthing

Location: Worthing, West Sussex

Hours: 08:30 AM – 03:30 PM, Monday to Friday, Term Time Only

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £89 per day PAYE, temp to perm

We’re seeking a resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist team in Worthing. You’ll support behaviour, emotional regulation and learning in a calm, structured environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils with SEMH needs using positive behaviour strategies.

• Deliver small group interventions focused on social skills and emotional regulation.

• Support transitions and individual targets in line with EHCPs or behaviour plans.

• Record progress and contribute to multidisciplinary planning.

Skills & Experience / What We’re Looking For:

• Experience with SEMH preferred; calmness under pressure essential.

• Transferable skills: communication, de-escalation, empathy, adaptability.

• Knowledge of safeguarding and behaviour strategies.

Additional Information:

• Training and mentoring available.

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. We’re committed to protecting the welfare of children and young people, and all applicants must:

• Provide references for pre-employment checks;
• Hold a Children’s (or Children’s and Adults) Workforce Enhanced DBS on the update service, or be willing to obtain one.

Pay is inclusive of 12.07% PAYE holiday pay. We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. If you haven’t heard from us, please check your emails and missed calls. Unfortunately, due to volume, we may not be able to respond individually if your application is unsuccessful.