Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading rates of pay

24/7 consultant support

CPD courses and certificates

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with primary schools across Wakefield and Bradford to recruit a Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant. The role involves supporting pupils with SEMH needs in the classroom and helping to manage challenging behaviour with a patient, positive approach.

You will work alongside teachers and support staff to encourage engagement with learning and to support pupils’ social, emotional and academic development. Short-term and long-term opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting primary pupils, ideally with SEMH or additional needs.
• Experience managing challenging behaviour in an education setting.
• Patient, resilient and supportive approach to learners.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils within the classroom and assist with SEMH needs.
• Help manage behaviour positively and work alongside teachers and support staff to encourage engagement with learning.

Skills

Pupil support

Behaviour management

Communication

Team collaboration

Positive attitude

Job description

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 Wakefield and 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.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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.