SEMH Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Bradford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive in Bradford is seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH needs in our partner provisions. You will help with learning and emotional development while assisting with behaviour management, building trust and promoting engagement in classroom activities.

The role offers long-term or short-term opportunities with PAYE payroll and competitive daily rates of pay.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs.
• Experience managing challenging behaviour.
• Patient, resilient and supportive approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Positive and adaptable attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning and emotional development.
• Help manage challenging behaviour.
• Build positive relationships and encourage classroom engagement.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Patience

Resilience

Communication

Teamwork

Relationship building

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Bradford

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £100 - £120 per day

Do you have experience supporting children and young people with SEMH needs?

Are you resilient, patient and confident when supporting challenging behaviour?

Can you build positive relationships and help young people engage with their education?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with SEMH provisions in Bradford who provide supportive learning environments for children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health / SEMH needs. These settings focus on creating safe and positive environments where pupils can develop their confidence, independence and engagement with education.

The provisions are looking to take on an SEMH Teaching Assistant for long-term or short-term opportunities. The successful SEMH Teaching Assistant will support pupils with their learning and emotional development, helping to manage challenging behaviour while building positive relationships and encouraging engagement in the classroom.

The successful SEMH Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs
• Experience managing challenging behaviour
• A patient, resilient and supportive approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A positive and adaptable attitude

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 £200 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.

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.