Educational Support Assistant (SEMH & SEND) – Flexible Hours

Kirklees Council; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing services

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Birdsedge First School is seeking an enthusiastic Educational Support Assistant to join the team and support pupils with SEMH and SEND needs. The role involves working with individuals and small groups, delivering targeted interventions, and promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.

The school, part of The Mast Academy Trust, emphasises inclusive practice, ongoing training, wellbeing services, and safeguarding commitments. Visits and applications are welcomed.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children or young people.
• Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Patient, resilient and adaptable with good communication skills.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND and SEMH needs in small groups and 1:1.
• Deliver targeted interventions and promote emotional wellbeing.
• Help pupils engage with learning and develop positive behaviour.

Skills

Experience working with children

Build positive relationships

Patience and resilience

Strong communication

Safeguarding commitment

Job description

Birdsedge First School is seeking an enthusiastic Educational Support Assistant to join the team and support pupils with SEMH and SEND needs. The role involves working with individuals and small groups, delivering targeted interventions, and promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.

The school, part of The Mast Academy Trust, emphasises inclusive practice, ongoing training, wellbeing services, and safeguarding commitments. Visits and applications are welcomed.