Job Description

Teaching Assistant - SEMH School in Horsham

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Horsham, West Sussex

Start:

ASAP

Type:

Full-Time, Temporary (Term Time Only)

Pay:

102.69 per day

Hours:

Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 8:30am-4:30pm Wednesday: 8:30am-5:00pm Friday: 8:30am-4:00pm
We are currently recruiting a calm, patient, and resilient

Teaching Assistant

to join a

specialist SEMH school in the Horsham area

. This role involves supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs within a structured, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.


Due to the

rural location

, applicants

must be able to drive

.


As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching and pastoral staff to provide consistent, individualised support throughout the school day. You will play a key role in helping students feel safe, supported, and engaged in their learning, adapting your approach to meet emotional, behavioural, and educational needs.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs A calm, patient, and empathetic approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Confidence supporting pupils within the classroom Resilience and the ability to remain composed in challenging situations

What the Role Offers:

A full-time temporary opportunity (term time only) Rural location, must be able to drive Teaching Assistant role supporting students in the classroom Specialist SEMH school setting in Horsham Competitive daily rate of

102.69 per day

A supportive and collaborative staff team A highly rewarding role making a meaningful impact on pupils' education and wellbeing

How to Apply

If you are enthusiastic, committed, and passionate about supporting children with SEMH needs, we would love to hear from you.

Important Notice

To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in the UK or hold a valid work visa.


At

Pink Tile Education

, safeguarding, quality, and integrity are at the heart of what we do. All applicants must:


Provide suitable references for pre-employment checks Hold an enhanced DBS on the Children's Workforce (or Children's & Adults') update service, or be willing to obtain one
Pay includes

12.07% holiday pay

. We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. Due to high application volumes, individual feedback may not be possible for unsuccessful applicants.