SEMH Support Assistant — Transforming Young Minds

The Esland Group Ltd; Silsoe; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Induction training

Career development

Cycle to work

Employee benefits scheme

Refer a Friend bonus

Recognition awards

Job summary

Esland Bedford School is seeking committed SEMH Teaching Assistants to join our team in September. This full-time permanent role supports pupils with learning and develops strong relationships with children, staff and parents.

Candidates should have GCSEs in Maths, English and Science; TA experience or related qualification is desirable. Full driving licence is a plus; right to work in the UK is required. We offer competitive pay and extensive training opportunities.

Qualifications

• GCSEs including Maths, English and Science.
• Teaching assistant experience is highly desirable.
• Teaching assistant qualification or related degree is desirable.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Full driving licence is desirable.
• Right to work in the UK with no restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with all learning opportunities as directed by the class teacher.
• Under direct or indirect supervision, deliver prepared work to small group of pupils or provide one-to-one support to a pupil.
• Ensure supervision of pupils at all times, including break times, transport etc.
• Access relevant training (in addition to induction) in order to develop skills for use in the classroom.
• Undertake whole school duties as directed by class teachers or SLT.
• Work with both individual pupils and groups of pupils to support learning and promote access to learning activities.
• Implement behaviour support plans with pupils, as directed.
• Implement sensory or communication programmes with pupils, as directed.
• Contribute towards the physical education of pupils, for example, swimming and PE.
• Assist in aspects of recording pupil progress as directed by the class teacher and in line with school policy.
• Assist in creating educational resources including classroom and whole school displays.
• Accompany pupils on educational visits and journeys including sports events and community access.
• Attend regular after school staff meetings and training.
• Respect confidentiality of information on all pupils and their families.

Skills

Teaching Assistant experience

Planning and organisational skills

Self-starter

Right to work in UK

Education

GCSEs including Maths, English & Science

Job description

Esland Bedford School is seeking committed SEMH Teaching Assistants to join our team in September. This full-time permanent role supports pupils with learning and develops strong relationships with children, staff and parents.

Candidates should have GCSEs in Maths, English and Science; TA experience or related qualification is desirable. Full driving licence is a plus; right to work in the UK is required. We offer competitive pay and extensive training opportunities.