KS3 SEMH Teaching Assistant – Birmingham

Balfor Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate KS3 Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team in Birmingham. This ongoing full-time role is focused on supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, fostering a nurturing and supportive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a compassionate approach and strong communication skills, ready to assist in lesson preparation and provide tailored support to students. If you are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young learners, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience or strong interest in supporting students with SEMH.
• Nurturing and compassionate approach required.

Responsibilities

• Support the social, emotional, and mental health needs of KS3 students.
• Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom displays.

Skills

Support for SEMH students

Effective communication skills

Flexibility and proactivity

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Level 1 Safeguarding Certificate

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

KS3 SEMH Teaching Assistant – Birmingham

Location: Birmingham

Duration: Full-time, Ongoing

Salary: £85 – £100 per day

About the Role: A dedicated special needs school in Birmingham is seeking a passionate KS3 Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This role requires a compassionate individual who can contribute to a supportive learning environment, conducting assessments and providing tailored assistance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the social, emotional, and mental health needs of KS3 students.
• Assisting teachers with lesson preparation and classroom displays.
• Providing one-on-one and small group support to students.
• Collaborating within the SEMH department.
• Demonstrating flexibility, proactivity, and patience.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience or strong interest in supporting students with SEMH.
• Nurturing and compassionate approach.
• Effective team communication skills.

Essential Requirements:

• Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant SEN experience.
• Experience supporting students with SEMH needs.
• PECS and Makaton experience (desirable).
• Valid Enhanced DBS check (or subscription to the update service).
• Valid Photo ID (driving license or passport).
• Recent, verifiable school-based references.
• Level 1 Safeguarding Certificate.

Contact:

• Haleemah, Balfor: 0121 260 0000

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