SEMH Support Worker / Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Referral bonus

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to work within a Suffolk school, supporting pupils with their learning and development.

You will work closely with teaching staff to provide classroom and individual support, helping pupils engage, build confidence and access their education. Hours align with a Monday–Friday timetable from 8:30am to 3:30pm, in a permanent role based in the East of England.

Qualifications

• Have previous experience working with children or young people.
• Be patient, resilient and adaptable.
• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• Assist the class teacher with lessons and classroom activities.
• Support pupils with additional learning needs.
• Help manage behaviour positively and consistently.
• Encourage pupils' independence, confidence and social development.
• Create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Provide additional pastoral and emotional support where required.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience

Communication skills

Resilience

Job description

SEMH Support Worker / Teaching Assistant

East of England/ permanent / £102.56 - 102.56 per day

Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
Pay: £102.56 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time

TeacherActive is currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to work within a supportive school setting in Suffolk.

We are looking for a patient, enthusiastic and reliable individual who is passionate about supporting children and young people with their learning and development. You will work closely with teaching staff to provide both classroom and individual support, helping pupils remain engaged, confident and able to access their education.

The role will involve:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Assisting the class teacher with lessons and classroom activities
• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs
• Helping to manage behaviour positively and consistently
• Encouraging pupils' independence, confidence and social development
• Creating a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment
• Providing additional pastoral and emotional support where required

The ideal candidate will:

• Have previous experience working with children or young people
• Ideally have experience within a school, SEND, care or support setting
• Be patient, resilient and adaptable
• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Be confident supporting pupils with a range of individual needs
• Be available to work 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

What TeacherActive can offer:

• A dedicated recruitment consultant supporting you throughout your placement
• Access to a range of education opportunities across Suffolk
• Competitive rates of pay
• CPD and professional development opportunities
• £100 referral bonus for successful referrals

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.

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

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.