SEMH Teaching Assistant

Balfor Recruitment Group; Gravelly Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A special needs school in Erdington is seeking a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant to support the diverse needs of students. The role involves direct student support, and strong interpersonal qualities are essential. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience, including training in PECS and Makaton.

Qualifications

• Experience or strong interest in supporting children with SEMH.
• Prior experience collaborating within the SEMH Department.
• Recent school-based references required.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with material preparation for lessons.
• Provide direct 1 on 1 or small group student support.
• Conduct assessments to understand students' social, emotional, and mental health needs.

Skills

Flexibility

Proactivity

Patience

Nurturing

Effective communication

Education

Qualified Teaching Assistant

Level 1 safeguarding certificate

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Erdington, Birmingham

Duration: Full time, on going

Salary: £85 – £100 per day

The School/role:

An amazing special needs school in Erdington are currently looking for a fulltime SEMH Teaching assistant. The school is a community special school with students SEMH this requires conducting thorough assessments to accurately identify and understand the social, emotional, and mental health needs of all pupils, ensuring that each individual’s unique challenges and strengths are recognised and addressed.

If you’re interested in this role, then contact Haleemah at Balfor on 0121 260 0000.

This will include supporting teachers with material preparation for lessons, assisting with displays and providing direct 1 on 1 or small group student support.

The ideal candidate for a SEMH Teaching Assistant role should:

• Demonstrate experience or a strong interest in supporting children with SEMH
• Possess prior experience collaborating within the SEMH Department
• Exhibit flexibility, proactivity, and patience
• Show nurturing and compassionate qualities in their approaches
• Communicate effectively within a team

A new enhanced DBS will be needed for this role or a subscription to the DBS update service.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teaching Assistant OR Relevant SEN Background
• PECS and Makaton training/experience
• SEMH needs experience
• Level 1 safeguarding certificate
• Recent school based references
• Valid Photo ID – Driving Licence or passport
• Full DBS – on the update service