SEMH Teaching Assistant


Company:	Randstad Education
Salary:	£89 to £100 a day
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Haywards Heath, RH16 1AA
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	10 Sept 2026
Closing date:	10 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and highly resilient individual to deliver critical, transformative support within a specialist educational setting in Burgess Hill. Operating on a temporary-to-permanent basis, this role provides a rewarding opportunity to serve as a constant, supportive anchor for young people who have faced profound adversity.

We operate a strict no-sponsorship policy; all applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK.

Working Hours:

Monday-Thursday (08:30-15:30) and Friday (08:30-15:00).

Responsibilities:

Provide consistent, trauma-informed emotional and educational support.

De-escalate high-pressure situations and manage challenging behaviours.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to foster a secure environment.

Implement professional boundaries to build student trust.

You Must Have…

Be able to provide consistent and unwavering care and support to a group of students, taking a lead in running activities and leading a small team.

Demonstrated success in promoting learning and student development, including assessing and recording progress.

Ability to support teachers in curriculum delivery, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Minimum of 6 months of experience in mental health, crisis support, or youth justice.

Strong emotional resilience and professional maturity.

Commitment to trauma-informed care principles.

Ability to access own transportation.

Maths and English GCSE at a grade 4/C or above.

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check.

Previous experience supporting students with social, emotional, or mental health (SEMH) needs, such as in foster care, residential children's homes, social care, or other complex care settings.

An interest in psychology or a background in counselling.

Benefits:

Access to structured salary progression for the right candidate.

Term-time only working and school holidays.

Dedicated support, including a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (counselling, legal, and financial advice) and Occupational Health services.

High-quality CPD focused on trauma-informed practice, SEMH support, and behaviour de-escalation.

Smaller class sizes allowing staff to make a profound impact on vulnerable students.

If you are interested in discussing this role, please contact:

brittany.tijou@randstad.co.uk

or give Brittany a ring on 01293527416.

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