SEND & SEMH Education Roles | Teachers & Support Staff – East Sussex

SEND and SEMH schools across East Sussex are currently looking to connect with educators who are interested in working within specialist settings supporting pupils with additional needs.

These roles involve working with children and young people who may require additional support with behaviour, emotional regulation or learning. Schools are looking for staff who can provide consistency, structure and a calm, supportive presence in the classroom.

We are currently recruiting both qualified teachers and classroom support staff (Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants) across a range of SEND and SEMH environments.

Opportunities Available

Depending on your experience and availability, roles may include:

• SEND and SEMH teaching roles
• Teaching Assistant and Learning Support Assistant positions
• Classroom and intervention support
• 1:1 pupil support
• Behaviour and engagement support roles
• Short-term, long-term and ongoing placements

Opportunities are available across both primary and secondary SEND settings.

Who This May Suit

These roles are well suited to individuals who:

• Have experience working with children or young people
• Are calm, patient and consistent in their approach
• Build positive, professional relationships with pupils
• Are confident maintaining structure and clear expectations
• Work well as part of a team
• Are interested in developing within SEND or SEMH education

Previous SEND or SEMH experience is beneficial but not essential. Schools are often open to supporting candidates who demonstrate the right attitude and willingness to learn.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunities across East Sussex SEND and SEMH schools
• Flexible work as well as longer-term placements
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to CPD and training opportunities
• The chance to build meaningful experience within specialist education

Practical Information

• Roles available across East Sussex
• Immediate and upcoming opportunities
• Teaching roles paid to scale
• Teaching Assistant / LSA roles paid at £89.38 per day
• A child-only enhanced DBS on the Update Service is required

If you do not currently hold one, you will need to apply for a DBS through us.
We will support you through the process, though the cost is covered by the applicant.

Interested?

If you are looking for a role where you can have a genuine impact and develop your experience within SEND or SEMH education, apply today and we can discuss what opportunities may suit you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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