SEMH Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Highweek; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education in Newton Abbot, Devon, is seeking a dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEMH) to support pupils with diverse learning and emotional needs from Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM. The role carries a Full-Time contract with a daily rate of £92.56–£95, dependent on experience.

You will assist in delivering a rich, personalised learning program, promoting holistic development across spiritual, moral, cultural, mental, and physical aspects, while prioritising

Qualifications

• Relevant experience or qualifications in education or support work.
• Proven experience working with pupils who have diverse learning, social, emotional, or mental health needs (SEMH / SEND).
• A passion for supporting creative, personalised learning that re-engages pupils with education.
• Exceptional safeguarding practice and a commitment to prioritising pupil safety and well-being.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to work closely with multi-agency teams and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering a rich curriculum that promotes the development of our pupils.
• Provide support with personalised learning programs designed for pupils with specific learning difficulties and additional needs.
• Foster positive attitudes, emotional well-being, and self-worth, helping pupils gain confidence and independence.
• Maintain positive working relationships with teachers, pupils' families, and external support agencies.
• Work dedicated to enable meaningful educational and personal outcomes for every young person in our care.

Job description

Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEMH) - Newton Abbot

Are you a dedicated individual looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people? We are seeking a compassionate and resilient Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEND) to join our team in Newton Abbot, Devon. If you are passionate about supporting pupils through creative, personalised learning and fostering emotional well-being, we want to hear from you.

Job Overview

• Location: Newton Abbot, Devon

• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

• Contract Type: Full-Time

• Salary:£92.56-95 per day dependant on experience.

Responsibilities

As a vital member of our support team, you will assist in the classroom to ensure every pupil is empowered to reach their full potential. Your responsibilities include:

• Supportive Learning: Assist in delivering a rich curriculum that promotes the spiritual, moral, cultural, mental, and physical development of our pupils.

• Tailored Assistance: Provide support with personalised learning programs designed for pupils with specific learning difficulties and additional needs.

• Well-being & Self-Esteem: Foster positive attitudes, emotional well-being, and self-worth, helping pupils gain confidence and build independence.

• Collaborative Partnerships: Maintain positive working relationships with teachers, pupils' families, and external support agencies.

• Driving Outcomes: Work dedicated to enable meaningful educational and personal outcomes for every young person in our care.

Qualifications

We are seeking a candidate who embodies our commitment to safety and inclusion. You should possess:

• Relevant experience or qualifications in education or support work.

• Proven experience working with pupils who have diverse learning, social, emotional, or mental health needs (SEMH / SEND).

• A passion for supporting creative, personalised learning that re-engages pupils with education.

• Exceptional safeguarding practice and a commitment to prioritising pupil safety and well-being.

• Effective communication skills, with the ability to work closely with multi-agency teams and families.

Company Description

We deliver high-quality education to pupils across the Southwest. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive, nurturing environment where pupils are respected, listened to, and encouraged to reach their full potential. We are committed to exceptional educational support and ensuring all young people are kept safe and empowered.