SEND & SEMH Opportunities - Teachers & TAs Needed | East Sussex

SEND and SEMH schools across East Sussex are currently looking to connect with educators who are interested in working within specialist settings supporting pupils with additional needs.

These roles involve working with children and young people who may require additional support with behaviour, emotional regulation or learning. Schools are looking for staff who can bring consistency, structure and a calm, reliable presence into the classroom.

We are currently recruiting both qualified teachers and classroom support staff (Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants) across a range of SEND and SEMH settings.

Depending on your experience and availability, roles may include:

• SEND and SEMH teaching roles
• Teaching Assistant and Learning Support Assistant positions
• Classroom and intervention support
• 1:1 pupil support
• Behaviour and engagement support roles
• Short-term, long-term and ongoing placements

Opportunities are available across both primary and secondary SEND settings.

These roles often suit individuals who:

• Have experience working with children or young people
• Are calm, patient and consistent in their approach
• Build positive, professional relationships with pupils
• Are confident maintaining structure and clear expectations
• Work well as part of a team
• Are interested in developing within SEND or SEMH education

Previous SEND or SEMH experience is beneficial but not essential. Schools are often open to supporting the right candidates who demonstrate the right attitude and willingness to learn.

• Opportunities across East Sussex SEND and SEMH schools
• Flexible work as well as longer-term placements
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to CPD and training opportunities
• The chance to build meaningful experience within specialist education

• Roles available across East Sussex
• Immediate and upcoming opportunities
• Teaching roles paid to scale
• Teaching Assistant / LSA roles paid at £92.60 per day