Empowering Teaching Assistant for SEMH & SEND

Zest Education; Shard End; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Zest Education in Castle Bromwich is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to support children aged 5 to 16 with SEMH and related needs within a specialist educational setting. You will help create a safe, structured learning environment and work closely with teachers to support learning and wellbeing.

This role offers an immediate start, training opportunities, and a chance to make a meaningful difference by adapting resources, building relationships with pupils and families, and

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND, SEMH, autism, or behavioural challenges.
• Patient, empathetic and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Team-oriented and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs, autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties.
• Help implement individual education, behaviour, and pastoral plans.
• Adapt learning activities to meet varied strengths and needs.
• Build positive relationships to encourage engagement and emotional wellbeing.
• Support development of self-regulation, resilience, and coping strategies.
• Encourage participation, confidence, independence, and social development.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and external professionals.

Skills

SEMH support

Autism support

ADHD awareness

Communication skills

Team player

Emotional regulation

Job description

Zest Education in Castle Bromwich is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to support children aged 5 to 16 with SEMH and related needs within a specialist educational setting. You will help create a safe, structured learning environment and work closely with teachers to support learning and wellbeing.

This role offers an immediate start, training opportunities, and a chance to make a meaningful difference by adapting resources, building relationships with pupils and families, and