Details:
- Salary: £14.25 - 15.25 - Hour
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Chichester West Sussex
- Date: 5 days ago
Description:
Teaching Assistant - SEMH, Autism & Complex Needs
Prospero Teaching is recruiting for a calm, resilient, and committed Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education setting in the Chichester area. This school supports pupils aged 7-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, alongside a range of additional needs including Autism, ADHD, Attachment Disorders, Anxiety, and Speech & Language delay.
This is a full‑time, long‑term opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting neurodivergent young people in a structured, therapeutic, and child‑centred environment.
Please note: There are limited public transport links, so applicants must have their own car and live within a reasonable distance of Chichester.
Key Responsibilities
Providing consistent support to pupils with SEMH, autism, and additional learning needs
Supporting pupils within a class group or on a 1:1 basis, depending on need
Helping pupils with emotional regulation, communication, sensory needs, and engagement in learning
Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive routines
Using calm, clear, and consistent communication to build trusting relationships
Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff
Being flexible to support different year groups where requiredContract Details
Location: Chichester
Position: Teaching Assistant - SEMH, Autism & Complex Needs
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full‑time, Long‑term / Permanent
Pay Rate: From £14.25 per hour
Working Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 08:15-15:20
Every other Thursday extended to 16:20
Friday: 08:15-14:05
Weeks Worked: 39 weeks per year
Requirements
Applications will only be considered if the following criteria are met:
Own car and ability to travel to site daily
Enhanced Child & Adult DBS on the Update Service (Child‑only DBS accepted)
GCSE Maths & English (Grade C / Level 4 or above) - evidence required
Availability for full‑time hours
Experience supporting SEN or SEMH is advantageous but not essential
Applications from ad‑hoc supply staff are also welcomedWhat We Offer
Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and de‑escalation
Access to our specialist in‑house Training & Development Team
Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN consultant
A supportive, structured environment with opportunities for professional growthNext Steps
If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered, please send an up‑to‑date copy of your CV