Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant / Pastoral Support Worker (SEMH / SEN) - Secondary

Location: Crawley
Salary: £23,500 - £25,000 (term time only)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or Pastoral Support Worker looking for a more therapeutic, relationship-focused role?

We are recruiting for a Teaching Assistant / Pastoral Key Worker to join a unique secondary setting in Crawley. This role is based within a specialist, trauma-informed provision supporting young people with SEMH, SEN, Autism (ASC), and Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA).

The Role

You will play a key role in supporting students who need additional emotional and pastoral support to re-engage with education. Working closely with the SENCo and wider team, you will build strong, trusting relationships and help pupils develop confidence, regulation, and independence.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group pastoral support
• Supporting students with SEMH, SEN, Autism, and EBSA
• Helping pupils re-engage with learning at their own pace
• Supporting emotional regulation, wellbeing, and behaviour
• Working closely with staff, parents, and external professionals
• Contributing to EHCPs and individual support plans
• Monitoring student progress, attendance, and engagement
• Supporting transitions back into learning or classroom settings

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

• Experienced supporting secondary-aged pupils with SEN / SEMH / EBSA
• From a background in education, pastoral support, or alternative provision
• Calm, empathetic, and able to build strong relationships
• Confident supporting emotional wellbeing and behaviour
• A strong communicator who works well within a team
• Committed to a student-centred, non-punitive approach

Why Apply?

• Permanent, term-time only role
• Opportunity to work in a trauma-informed, therapeutic setting
• Strong focus on relationships and student wellbeing
• Supportive and forward-thinking team
• Ongoing CPD and development opportunities

Apply Now

If you are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and want to make a meaningful impact, apply today to be considered for this role in Crawley.

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