Secondary Teaching Assistant – Mental Health

Pink Tile Education is working in partnership with a fantastic Alternative Provision in Lancing, seeking a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. This setting supports secondary-aged students who have experienced significant challenges in their education. Many of the young people have been school refusers, experienced trauma, struggle with their mental health, or have found it difficult to access mainstream education due to their social, emotional and mental health needs.

Responsibilities

Building positive, trusting relationships with students; Supporting pupils with SEMH needs throughout the school day; Encouraging engagement in learning through patience, consistency and encouragement; Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour using positive behaviour strategies; Supporting students both in and out of the classroom; Helping to develop confidence, resilience and emotional wellbeing; Working closely with teachers and the wider pastoral team to deliver individual support plans

Requirements

Experience working with children or young people with SEND and/or SEMH; A strong understanding of mental health and trauma-informed approaches; Confidence managing challenging behaviour in a calm and positive manner; Excellent communication and relationship-building skills; Resilience, empathy and a genuine passion for making a difference; Someone who can be a positive role model and remain patient, consistent and encouraging

Benefits

Small class sizes allowing you to build meaningful relationships; A welcoming, experienced and supportive team; Excellent opportunities for professional development; A genuinely rewarding role where no two days are the same; Temporary to permanent opportunities for the right candidate