SEMH Teaching Assistant

Visionedu; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking a SEMH Teaching Assistant to support children with diverse learning needs. The role involves collaboration with teachers, providing personalized support, and fostering both academic and social development in a specialist school setting.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

CPD opportunities

Access to a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with learning needs.
• Willingness to complete a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support children with diverse learning needs.
• Create an inclusive learning environment.
• Adapt lessons to meet student needs.

Skills

Collaboration

Positive Behaviour Strategies

Personalized Support

Education

Minimum 1 year's experience in a SEN setting

Job description

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Location: Birmingham B33

Start Date: June 2025

ABC Teachers are seeking passionate individuals to support children and young adults with diverse learning needs, including Social, Emotional, Mental Health Needs, as a Teaching Assistant in a specialist school.

Contract: Full-Time

Salary: £85-£90 Per Day (depending on experience and/or qualifications)

Role Overview:

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to create an inclusive learning environment.
• Foster both academic progress and social development.
• Employ positive behaviour strategies to help students overcome challenges and thrive.
• Provide personalized support to students, adapting lessons to meet their needs.

ABC Teachers is proud to support this exceptional school in east Birmingham and its mission to empower students. Thank you for considering joining this dedicated community.

The School:

The school supports young boys aged 5-14 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Needs. Located in East Birmingham, the school offers a holistic approach to education. All students have a Statement of Special Educational Needs or an Education and Health Care Plan with primary needs of SEMH, ASC, and ADHD. We are looking for someone with a resilient, therapeutic, and patient approach to education.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

• A minimum of 1 year's experience in a SEN setting or equivalent personal experience supporting individuals with learning needs.
• A valid DBS on the update service, or willingness to complete a DBS check.
• A commitment to supporting and caring for young people with physical and learning challenges.
• The ability to work proactively and collaboratively in a classroom environment.
• Ability to provide a minimum of 2 professional references.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

• Excellent daily rates paid via PAYE, dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD opportunities for professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to developing young people. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and do not discriminate based on age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

How to Apply:

If you are a Lesson Support Assistant who can enthuse, motivate, and engage, and would like to work in a rewarding environment, we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or contact us for more information about this role and others.