SEMH Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs in Luton. This rewarding role involves working closely with experienced professionals to help students thrive in a nurturing environment. You'll engage with small groups, adapting your approach to meet individual learning needs while building strong relationships with students, teachers, and parents. Join a supportive school community where you can make a real impact on students' lives and contribute to their academic and emotional well-being. If you're passionate about education and making a difference, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Supportive school community

Varied and fulfilling role

Opportunity to make a real impact

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with special needs is a plus.
• Caring and enthusiastic individual passionate about helping students.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with SEN staff to provide support for students with SEMH needs.
• Assist with academic development and personal care when needed.

Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Team Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification (Level 2 or above)

Job description

Role: SEMH Teaching Assistant - Luton Area

Salary: 460 - 500 a week

Hours: 08:30 - 15:30

Sector: Education and Training - Luton

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs? Whether you have personal or professional experience in the education and training sector, or have volunteered in a SEN environment, we'd love to hear from you! This rewarding SEMH Teaching Assistant role in Luton could be the perfect opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives.

Academics Ltd is working alongside outstanding SEN schools in the Luton area to find a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant. In this role, you'll support children and young people with a range of educational and social needs, helping them thrive in an environment focused on personalised care, high-quality teaching, and specialist support. You'll work closely with a team of experienced professionals to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and other special educational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with experienced SEN staff to provide support for students with SEMH and other needs.
• Assist with students' academic development, encouraging them to reach their full potential.
• Offer support with personal care when needed.
• Build strong relationships with students, teachers, and parents to create a supportive environment.
• Adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of each student, using initiative to support their learning and development.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience supporting individuals with special needs (children, young people, or adults) is an advantage, but not essential.
• A caring, enthusiastic individual passionate about helping students with SEN.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• A positive, empathetic attitude with the flexibility to adapt your teaching style to suit each student's needs.
• A willingness to support personal care needs when necessary.

Essential Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• A Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification (Level 2 or above) or equivalent experience.

Why Apply?

• Work with small groups of students, allowing you to tailor your approach to their learning needs.
• Enjoy a varied and fulfilling role where no two days are the same.
• Be part of a supportive, positive, and welcoming school community committed to student success.
• Build meaningful relationships and make a real impact on students' progress and well-being.

If you're looking for an exciting and rewarding role as an SEMH Teaching Assistant and want to help make a difference in the lives of young people in the education and training sector, we encourage you to apply today. Interviews are being held soon, so don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join a wonderful team in Luton!

Apply now to take the next step in your career as SEMH Teaching Assistant and make a lasting impact in education.