Teaching Assistant

Learning Support Assistant - Primary & Secondary SEMH School

Location: Horsham, West Sussex
Salary: £27,122 per annum
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm
Contract: Full-time, term-time only, 12-week temp-to-perm

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs? Looking for a rewarding role in a supportive specialist school?

NextGen Teachers are recruiting Learning Support Assistants for a lovely specialist SEMH school in Horsham, with opportunities to support both primary-aged and secondary-aged pupils.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming school that genuinely values its staff and provides a supportive environment for both pupils and employees. Whether you have previous experience in education, care, mental health or supporting young people with additional needs, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

The Role:

• Supporting primary or secondary-aged pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).
• Helping pupils engage with learning, develop confidence and build positive relationships.
• Providing classroom, individual and small-group support alongside teaching staff.
• Supporting pupils with additional special educational needs (SEN), emotional regulation and behavioural challenges.
• Creating a positive, structured and encouraging learning environment where pupils can thrive.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, mental health needs or special educational needs (SEN).
• A patient, positive and resilient approach, with the ability to build trusting relationships.
• A genuine interest in helping children and young people overcome barriers to learning.
• Previous classroom or school experience is desirable but not essential. Relevant experience in care, support work or similar settings is also valued.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential. The school is not accessible by public transport, so you must be able to drive to and from the setting.

Why Apply?

• Work in a lovely specialist school with a supportive and welcoming team.
• Join a setting where staff are valued and supported in their roles.
• Gain valuable experience working with pupils with SEMH and additional needs.
• Enjoy a full-time, term-time-only role with the opportunity to secure a permanent position after 12 weeks.

Please note: Applicants must be able to drive and have access to their own transport, as there is no public transport access to the school. This role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm, term-time only.

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