SEMH Teaching Assistant

Career Teachers UK; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Teaching Assistants to support children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in mainstream primary schools. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on young learners' lives by providing tailored assistance and creating a nurturing environment. With flexible working options and access to professional development, you will collaborate with a supportive team dedicated to improving educational outcomes. If you are passionate about making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Free CPD

Access to Skills Network

Refer a friend scheme

Recognition programme

Health & Wellbeing portal

Discounts on high street shops

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant with SEMH students is essential.
• Relevant qualifications such as Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to students with SEMH needs.
• Assist teachers with tailored lessons and manage classroom behavior.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Organizational Skills

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Wandsworth

Job Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Temporary/Contract

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with SEMH needs and have experience as a Teaching Assistant in a school setting?

If so, Career Teachers has exciting opportunities for compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistants to support children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in mainstream primary schools, providing one-to-one and small-group assistance.

Why Join Us?

Flexible Working: Full-time, part-time, or contract roles tailored to your availability.

Professional Development: Access to training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.

Supportive Team: Collaborate with professionals committed to improving educational outcomes for all children.

Rewarding Role: Make a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners by helping them overcome challenges and achieve their potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one to students with SEMH needs in mainstream primary school
• Assist teachers in delivering tailored lessons that address individual student needs.
• Create a nurturing and inclusive environment that supports both academic and personal growth.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively to ensure the safety and well-being of all students.

• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and other staff to implement Individual Education Plans and specific support strategies.

Requirements:

Experience: Proven experience as a Teaching Assistant working with SEMH students.

Qualifications: Relevant qualifications such as a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or equivalent, are desirable.

Skills: Excellent communication, empathy, and organizational abilities, with the flexibility to adapt to different learning needs.

DBS Check: Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one) is essential.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about supporting students with SEND, and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV or contact Tamima on 0207 105 3499

Career Teachers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

At Career Teachers we are fully compliant with Agency Worker Regulations, ensuring you receive equal treatment for pay and conditions after a 12 week qualifying period. Please ask for further details.

All quoted rates are inclusive of 12.07% holiday pay.

Benefits of working with Career Teachers

Free CPD

Access to Skills Network

Refer a friend scheme

Recognition programme

Affinity Extra – Thousands of discounts on multiple high street shops including coffee and cinemas, plus other benefits and a Health & Wellbeing portal.

These benefits are applicable to those who are working with Career Teachers. You will gain access to the Affinity Extra this portal once you start working with us.

Important Notice: In order for you to be successful in applying for the above position you should be eligible to work in the UK, or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. During the application process you are required to:

– Attend an interview in person;

– Give details for us to complete Reference checks;

– Provide an Enhanced DBS disclosure

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. Thank you. Career Teachers is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its Clients.