SEMH Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education - Newcastle; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education supply agency in the UK is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role offers a chance to support students with varied needs and contribute to their academic and emotional growth. The ideal candidate will have experience in assisting students with SEMH and be committed to fostering a positive learning environment. The position includes a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with special educational needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH in accessing the curriculum.
• Work with staff to deliver tailored support plans.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support as needed.

Skills

Support students with SEMH

Positive relationship building

Behaviour management strategies

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant (Full time)

Sunderland

£13.68 p/h (salary is depending on experience and/or qualifications)

May 2025 onwards (Long Term Role)

The School and Role

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and dynamic team at a school. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a vital role in supporting pupils who require additional help to access learning and thrive both academically and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH and a variety of needs in and out of the classroom to access the curriculum and develop social and emotional skills.
• Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs and external professionals to deliver tailored interventions and behaviour support plans.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students, helping to boost confidence, self-esteem and emotional regulation.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support as required.
• Promote a calm and nurturing environment, using de-escalation and behaviour management strategies effectively.

What we offer

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you are a Teaching Assistant can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed).