Full-Time SEMH Teaching Assistant (Secondary)

Axcis Education Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking a permanent SEMH teaching assistant for a welcoming secondary school in Reading. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs. The successful candidate will help create a positive learning environment, particularly for students with challenging behaviours, and will have access to professional development within a supportive team.

Benefits

Consistent hours with early finish on Fridays

Opportunities for ongoing professional development

Supportive team environment

Refer a friend scheme offering £50 shopping vouchers

Qualifications

• SEND experience with children or adults is essential.
• Experience with SEMH is desirable but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support students across the secondary age range.
• Create a positive learning environment for students with additional needs.

Skills

Resilience

Patience

Relationship Building

Education

Level 3 or A-Level equivalent qualification

GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above)

Job description

Location: Theale, Reading Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Monday to Thursday, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Friday Contract: Permanent Interviews: Date to be confirmed by the school We’re working closely with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school that is looking to appoint a permanent SEMH teaching assistant to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs, particularly in a secondary school setting. The Role: As an SEMH TA, you’ll support students across the secondary age range, helping to create a positive learning environment for those with additional needs. Some students do present with challenging behaviours, so confidence and a calm, professional approach are key. Candidate Requirements: • Level 3 or A-Level equivalent qualification in any subject • GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above) • SEND experience with either children or adults is essential • Experience with SEMH is highly desirable, but not mandatory • Resilient, patient and able to build positive relationships What the School Offers: • A permanent, full-time role within a supportive team • Consistent hours and an early finish on Fridays • Opportunities for ongoing professional development • A welcoming school environment committed to inclusion Interested? Apply today to register your interest. INDLON

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sam Higham on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1038.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Sam Higham

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1038