Therapeutic Teaching Assistant – Lancing

Therapeutic Teaching Assistant Required – Lancing

1:1 Support | Trauma-Informed Education | Immediate Opportunity

At Engage Education, we’re looking for a compassionate, resilient and proactive Therapeutic Teaching Assistant to support pupils at a warm and welcoming school in Lancing.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who understands the importance of building trusting relationships and supporting children with complex social, emotional and mental health needs. The school takes a nurturing, therapeutic approach, helping pupils feel safe, understood and supported so they can develop emotionally, build confidence and engage positively with their education.

Pupils may experience anxiety, emotional dysregulation, challenging behaviour, attachment difficulties or the effects of trauma. You’ll play a vital role in helping them navigate these challenges through consistent support, positive relationships and a calm, patient approach.

This role is about more than managing behaviour. It’s about understanding what may be behind it, recognising that behaviour can be a form of communication, and helping pupils develop the emotional regulation skills, trust and resilience they need to thrive.

Previous experience supporting children with SEMH needs, trauma or attachment difficulties is highly desirable. However, applications are also welcomed from candidates with transferable experience in youth work, care, mentoring or other supportive roles. Training and ongoing development will be available.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children or young people with complex emotional needs, challenging behaviour or additional needs.
• Understands the importance of a trauma-informed, empathetic and relationship-led approach.
• Can remain calm, patient and consistent when supporting pupils through emotionally challenging situations.
• Is confident setting clear, appropriate boundaries while maintaining a warm, nurturing approach.
• Can build trusting, professional relationships with pupils and help them feel safe, valued and understood.
• Understands the importance of emotional regulation, positive reinforcement and consistent behaviour support.
• Is resilient, adaptable and able to respond sensitively to individual needs.
• Is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and reach their potential.

Who Should Apply?

We’d particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience as:

• Youth Workers – experienced in building relationships with young people and supporting their emotional and social development.
• Behaviour Mentors – confident supporting pupils to manage their emotions, develop positive behaviours and overcome barriers to learning.
• SEN Teaching Assistants – experienced in providing individualised support for pupils with additional needs.
• Support Workers or Care Workers – skilled in providing patient, consistent and compassionate support to individuals with complex needs.

Experience of trauma-informed practice, attachment difficulties or therapeutic approaches would be particularly beneficial.

Why Choose Engage Education?

When you join Engage Education, you’ll benefit from:

• Fair pay: We pay our staff in line with the Agency Workers Regulations, where applicable, ensuring eligible agency workers receive the relevant equal-treatment rights.
• Dedicated support: Your own Engage consultant will provide ongoing guidance throughout your placement.
• Free CPD opportunities: Access a range of professional development and training sessions delivered by our in-house team of experienced education professionals.
• Career development: Build your experience in specialist education and develop your skills in therapeutic and trauma-informed support.
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How to Apply

If you’re passionate about helping children feel safe, build positive relationships and develop the skills they need to succeed, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply below or contact Engage Education directly to find out more about this opportunity.

If you haven’t heard from us within two working days, unfortunately, your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may retain your CV in accordance with our recruitment and data protection processes and would welcome applications for other suitable vacancies.

All successful candidates will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding and safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided with the process.

By applying for this role, you consent to Engage Education Ltd processing your personal information for recruitment purposes in accordance with applicable data protection legislation, including the UK GDPR.

Ready to make a meaningful difference? Apply today and help young people build the confidence, trust and emotional resilience they need to thrive.