SEMH Learning Support Practitioner (Willingdon Community School)

Hours of work: 34 per week.
Working pattern: Full-time term-time only (working for39weeks per year plus6.05weeks annual leave).
As the position is term-time only the above salary will be pro rata.

Closing date: Tuesday 5 May 2026 at 12:00 p.m.

For more information and to apply for the above post please contact:

Willingdon Community School
Broad Road
Lower Willingdon
Eastbourne
BN20 9QX

Phone:
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Website: Willingdon Community School

Please note we do not accept CVs.

Join our amazing SEN Team working in a rewarding role as a Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Learning Support Practitioner making a difference to young peoples lives and their future.
Were looking for a compassionate SEMHSupport Professional to help children thrive in school.

You will provide 1:1 reintegration support deliver small group interventions and work with teachers to adapt lessons using therapeutic and neuro-affirming approaches in line with the SEND Code of Practice and Therapeutic Thinking framework.

Collaborate with families and external professionals monitor progress and help remove barriers to learning and engagement.

If you are committed to inclusion and improving educational outcomes we would love to hear from you. The appointed person will be joining a dynamic team in the Inclusion department.

Staff wellbeing is of paramount importance to us at Willingdon Community School. We can offer the successful candidate:

• A clear purpose. We are here to develop personal excellence and help staff and students be the very best versions of themselves.

• Lots of opportunities to observe others and feedback. We dont grade lessons and feedback is developmental.

• Regular opportunities for staff voice directly to the Headteacher.

• On appointment a full induction day is arranged to ensure you are supported with the transition to your new role.
• 50% off Benenden Health Care scheme.
• Opportunity to join Bupa Dental Plan which provides varying contributions to NHS and private dental services.
• Regular Mindfulness sessions to enhance your work-life balance.
• We offer Mental Health First Aid to all staff which is a two day qualification.
• An Employee Assistance Programme via the County Council this service is provided by PAM Wellness they offer advice information emotional support and counselling.
• Annual Flu Vaccination is provided in the autumn term and paid for by the school.
• Access to the ESCC My Staff Shop which gives access to a wide range of tax efficient benefits and discounts from national and local businesses.
• The Love 2 shop membership card (linked to My Staff Shop) is a reloadable gift card which can be spent at a number of major retailers.
• Bike Scheme this is a salary sacrifice scheme that produces a saving of up to 32% compared to buying a bike upfront.
• A free coffee machine is ready for you during break and lunch time.
• Invitations to whole school social events such as our Christmas party which is subsidised as a thank you to staff and other gatherings to celebrate success.
• Local business discounts for Willingdon Community School staff.
• And more!

We believe that happy staff make happy children and therefore do our utmost to support our staff.

Willingdon Community School is committed to child protection/safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children we expect all staff and volunteers to share this duty of care. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment procedures and will require satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

We advise applying promptly for our vacancies as we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.

Interview details will be sent to shortlisted candidates only.

To apply for this post please download and complete the application form from the school website: e-mail: