Therapeutic Teaching Assistant

Job description

Therapeutic Support Assistant
Location: Hove
Salary: £24,603 per year (based on 38.75 hours per week)
Additional earning potential available through optional shift work
Contract: Full time, permanent

About the Role
We are seeking compassionate, resilient and proactive Therapeutic Support Assistants to join a specialist school team based in Hove.
This is a rewarding role supporting children with complex emotional, social and learning needs, helping them to feel safe, understood and ready to learn.
You will work closely with Special Needs Teachers and the Therapeutic Support Team to create the conditions in which meaningful learning can take place. By understanding each childs individual needs, you will help adapt the learning environment, remove barriers to engagement, and support pupils to get the very best from their education.
This role sits at the heart of both the schools therapeutic support team and the wider care and support structure of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities

• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Support children with emotional, social and learning needs
• Help create a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment
• Adapt approaches to meet individual and group needs
• Promote engagement, participation and positive behaviour
• Work collaboratively with teachers and the therapeutic support team
• Contribute to reflective practice and ongoing professional development

Salary & Additional Earning Potential

• £24,603 per year (38.75 hours per week / £12.21 per hour)
• Additional pay available through optional shift work in childrens homes during school holidays and public holidays

Whats on Offer

• Clear salary progression
• Opportunities for additional duties and bonus payments
• Company?paid sickness allowance
• Employee healthcare scheme
• A comprehensive 2?week orientation and 6?month induction programme
• Training package worth approx. £3,000£3,500 per employee
• Ongoing CPD including therapeutic models, reflective practice and classroom support
• Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Therapeutic Childcare and Education
• Regular supervision, coaching and reflective practice
• Supportive, caring and understanding working environment
• Real job satisfaction and the chance to make a meaningful difference

Why Join?
You will be part of a highly respected therapeutic education provider, working within a team that is committed to helping children rebuild trust, develop confidence and achieve their potential. If you are motivated by making a genuine impact in young peoples lives, this role offers a truly rewarding career path.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Hove

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£24,000 Per Month

Published at

10-05-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English