SEMH Teaching Assistant

Leader Education; Baildon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students aged 4 to 18 with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This role offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young learners, providing both individual and group support. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a nurturing approach, and the ability to adapt to the dynamic needs of students. Join a supportive team that values professional development and offers competitive pay rates, along with a referral bonus scheme. If you're passionate about education and student welfare, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Referral bonus scheme

Free CPD training

Dedicated consultant support

Potential for permanent contract

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEMH needs and challenging behaviours.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff and support students.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH needs in both 1-1 and small group settings.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and therapists.

Skills

Experience with SEMH needs

Communication skills

Nurturing approach

Adaptability

Education

Relevant qualifications in Education

Job description

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Leader Education are recruiting experienced SEMH Teaching Assistants to work in one of our schools near Shipley, specialising in supporting students aged 4 - 18 years old with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH). Students in this school may have been permanently excluded from their past school and may present some challenging behaviours so the ideal candidate will have some experience working alongside children with SEMH needs. This role will be mixed of both 1-1 and small group support.

The working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm, hours may slightly differ.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with children or young people with a range of social, emotional and mental health needs and challenging behaviours.
• Be able to reliably commute to work via Public transport or personal vehicle.
• A patient, nurturing approach to supporting students with a wide range of abilities and needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and other support staff.
• Be approachable and nurturing.
• The ability to adapt and respond to the dynamic and individual needs of students.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
  
  

Leader Education Can Offer

• Competitive pay rates
• Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply)
• Free CPD, including SEN-specific training such as Team Teach
• A dedicated consultant to offer ongoing support
• Potential for a permanent contract after a qualifying period
  
  

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a comprehensive CV outlining their relevant experience and qualifications. Please email your CV or call us on 0333 577 5034.

Leader Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergo a thorough vetting process, including enhanced DBS and reference checks.

INDSUPL

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Education Administration Programs

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