Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Baildon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 onboarding support

CPD courses

Market leading pay

Referral bonus £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with primary schools across Bradford to appoint a Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant who will support pupils with SEMH needs.

You will work in classrooms, help manage behaviour positively and collaborate with teaching staff to encourage engagement with learning.

The role offers short-term and long-term placements with market-leading pay and a dedicated consultant team available to support you throughout placements.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting primary-aged pupils with SEMH needs.
• Experience managing challenging behaviour in an educational setting.
• A patient, resilient and supportive approach to learners.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to work effectively alongside teachers and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils within the classroom and encourage engagement with learning.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Primary education environment experience

Job description

Job Title: Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Bradford
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £100 - £120 per day

• Do you have experience supporting primary-aged pupils with SEMH needs?
• Are you confident in supporting children with challenging behaviour and additional needs?
• Do you have a patient, resilient and positive approach to supporting young people?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with Primary Schools across Bradford who are looking to appoint a Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant. The schools provide supportive learning environments where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally.

The schools are looking for a Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant for short-term and long-term opportunities, supporting primary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health / SEMH needs. The successful Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant will support pupils within the classroom, help manage behaviour positively and work alongside teaching staff to encourage engagement with learning.

The successful Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting primary-aged children, ideally with SEMH or additional needs
• Experience managing challenging behaviour in an education setting
• A patient, resilient and supportive approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to work effectively alongside teachers and support staff
• A can-do attitude and willingness to get stuck in

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.