SEND & SEMH Teaching & Support Opportunities – East Sussex

SEND and SEMH schools across East Sussex are continuing to recruit educators who bring patience, professionalism and a genuine interest in supporting pupils with additional needs.

These roles span both primary and secondary settings and vary from classroom teaching to 1:1 and small-group support. While each school is different, they all require adults who are dependable, emotionally aware and willing to work as part of a team.

We are seeking both qualified teachers and classroom-based support staff who are interested in purposeful work within SEND and SEMH environments.

Roles May Include

• SEND and SEMH teaching posts

• Teaching Assistant and Learning Support roles

• 1:1 support positions

• Classroom and behaviour-focused support

• Long-term and ongoing placements

Some roles are more structured and behaviour-led. Others focus more heavily on nurture and engagement. Matching you to the right setting is key.

We Are Keen to Hear From Individuals Who

• Build positive, professional relationships with pupils

• Maintain clarity and consistency in the classroom

• Work well within established routines

• Are open to developing their SEND experience

• Care about improving outcomes for young people

Previous SEND experience is welcome but not mandatory. Strong mainstream educators and support staff with the right mindset are encouraged to apply.

Practical Information

• Opportunities across East Sussex

• Immediate and future starts

• Teaching roles paid to scale; TA and LSA roles paid at £89.38 per day

• A child-only DBS certificate is required. If you do not hold one, you will be required to apply and pay for a DBS and place it on the Update Service. Guidance is provided throughout.

If you are considering SEND or SEMH work and want to explore your options properly, apply today to begin a conversation.

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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