Teaching Assistant - SEMH, Autism & Complex Needs
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- England,South East,West Sussex,Chichester
- Full Time, Permanent
- £14.25 - £15.25 per hour
Job Description:
Teaching Assistant - SEMH, Autism & Complex Needs
Prospero Teaching is recruiting for a calm, resilient, and committed Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education setting in the Chichester area. This school supports pupils aged 7-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, alongside a range of additional needs including Autism, ADHD, Attachment Disorders, Anxiety, and Speech & Language delay.
This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting neurodivergent young people in a structured, therapeutic, and child-centred environment.
Please note: There are limited public transport links, so applicants must have their own car and live within a reasonable distance of Chichester.
Key Responsibilities
*Providing consistent support to pupils with SEMH, autism, and additional learning needs
*Supporting pupils within a class group or on a 1:1 basis, depending on need
*Helping pupils with emotional regulation, communication, sensory needs, and engagement in learning
*Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive routines
*Using calm, clear, and consistent communication to build trusting relationships
*Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff
*Being flexible to support different year groups where required
Contract Details
*Location: Chichester
*Position: Teaching Assistant - SEMH, Autism & Complex Needs
*Start Date: ASAP
*Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term / Permanent
*Pay Rate: From £14.25 per hour
*Working Hours:
*Monday-Thursday: 08:15-15:20
*Every other Thursday extended to 16:20
*Friday: 08:15-14:05
*Weeks Worked: 39 weeks per year
Requirements
Applications will only be considered if the following criteria are met:
*Own car and ability to travel to site daily
*Enhanced Child & Adult DBS on the Update Service (Child-only DBS accepted)
*GCSE Maths & English (Grade C / Level 4 or above) - evidence required
*Availability for full-time hours
*Experience supporting SEN or SEMH is advantageous but not essential
*Applications from ad-hoc supply staff are also welcomed
What We Offer
*Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and de-escalation
*Access to our specialist in-house Training & Development Team
*Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN consultant
*A supportive, structured environment with opportunities for professional growth
Next Steps
If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered, please send an up-to-date copy of your CV.
Prospero Teaching is recruiting for a calm, resilient, and committed Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education setting in the Chichester area. This school supports pupils aged 7-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, alongside a range of additional needs including Autism, ADHD, Attachment Disorders, Anxiety, and Speech & Language delay.
This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting neurodivergent young people in a structured, therapeutic, and child-centred environment.
Please note: There are limited public transport links, so applicants must have their own car and live within a reasonable distance of Chichester.
Key Responsibilities
*Providing consistent support to pupils with SEMH, autism, and additional learning needs
*Supporting pupils within a class group or on a 1:1 basis, depending on need
*Helping pupils with emotional regulation, communication, sensory needs, and engagement in learning
*Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive routines
*Using calm, clear, and consistent communication to build trusting relationships
*Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff
*Being flexible to support different year groups where required
Contract Details
*Location: Chichester
*Position: Teaching Assistant - SEMH, Autism & Complex Needs
*Start Date: ASAP
*Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term / Permanent
*Pay Rate: From £14.25 per hour
*Working Hours:
*Monday-Thursday: 08:15-15:20
*Every other Thursday extended to 16:20
*Friday: 08:15-14:05
*Weeks Worked: 39 weeks per year
Requirements
Applications will only be considered if the following criteria are met:
*Own car and ability to travel to site daily
*Enhanced Child & Adult DBS on the Update Service (Child-only DBS accepted)
*GCSE Maths & English (Grade C / Level 4 or above) - evidence required
*Availability for full-time hours
*Experience supporting SEN or SEMH is advantageous but not essential
*Applications from ad-hoc supply staff are also welcomed
What We Offer
*Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and de-escalation
*Access to our specialist in-house Training & Development Team
*Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN consultant
*A supportive, structured environment with opportunities for professional growth
Next Steps
If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered, please send an up-to-date copy of your CV.
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