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

SEND and SEMH schools across East Sussex are currently looking for educators who can bring consistency, patience and a steady presence into the classroom.

These settings support pupils across both primary and secondary phases who may require additional emotional, behavioural or learning support to access education. Schools are looking for staff who understand the importance of structure, clear boundaries and positive relationships.

We are currently recruiting both teachers and classroom support staff interested in working within SEND and SEMH environments.

Opportunities May Include

• SEND and SEMH teaching roles

• Teaching Assistant and Learning Support Assistant positions

• Classroom support roles

• 1:1 pupil support

• Behaviour and engagement support roles

• Long-term or flexible placements

Each school environment is slightly different, and the aim is to match educators with roles where they can feel confident and supported.

Who This May Suit

These roles often suit individuals who:

• Have experience working with children or young people

• Are calm, reliable and able to remain consistent under pressure

• Communicate clearly and professionally

• Enjoy working as part of a team

• Are interested in developing experience within SEND education

Experience within SEND or SEMH is beneficial but not essential. Many schools provide guidance and training for the right candidates.

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 DBS is required. If you do not currently hold one, you will need to apply and pay for a DBS and register it on the Update Service.

If you are interested in SEND or SEMH opportunities across East Sussex, apply today and we can discuss suitable roles.

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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