Teaching Assistant - SEMH, Autism & Complex Needs

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

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• Providing consistent support to pupils with SEMH, autism, and additional learning needs
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• Supporting pupils within a class group or on a 1:1 basis, depending on need
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• Helping pupils with emotional regulation, communication, sensory needs, and engagement in learning
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• Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive routines
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• Using calm, clear, and consistent communication to build trusting relationships
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• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff
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• Being flexible to support different year groups where required
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Contract Details

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• Location: Chichester
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• Position: Teaching Assistant - SEMH, Autism & Complex Needs
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• Start Date: ASAP
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• Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term / Permanent
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• Pay Rate: From £14.25 per hour
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• Working Hours:
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• Monday-Thursday: 08:15-15:20
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• Every other Thursday extended to 16:20
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• Friday: 08:15-14:05
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• Weeks Worked: 39 weeks per year
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Requirements

Applications will only be considered if the following criteria are met:

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• Own car and ability to travel to site daily
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• Enhanced Child & Adult DBS on the Update Service (Child-only DBS accepted)
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• GCSE Maths & English (Grade C / Level 4 or above) - evidence required
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• Availability for full-time hours
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• Experience supporting SEN or SEMH is advantageous but not essential
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• Applications from ad-hoc supply staff are also welcomed
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What We Offer

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• Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and de-escalation
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• Access to our specialist in-house Training & Development Team
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• Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN consultant
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• A supportive, structured environment with opportunities for professional growth
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Next Steps

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered, please send an up-to-date copy of your CV.