SEMH Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Redruth; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a caring SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 6-16 in Redruth. You will work closely with students with social, emotional and mental health needs, providing encouragement and positive relationships to help them thrive.

The role involves one-to-one and small-group support, helping pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills, both inside and outside the classroom, including educational visits.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with special educational needs and/or SEMH is desirable.
• Ability to build positive relationships and support development.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning and development, one-to-one or in small groups.
• Build positive relationships and encourage confidence, independence and social skills.
• Assist with activities inside and outside the classroom and on educational visits.
• Work as part of a supportive school team and adapt to varied days.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Enthusiastic

Resilient

Team player

SEN/SEMH experience

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Redruth

Location: Redruth, Cornwall

Hours: 8:45am - 3:15pm

Contract: Term Time Only

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people?

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and resilient individual to join a fantastic SEMH school in Redruth, supporting children and young people aged 6-16.

This is a wonderfully fun, supportive and rewarding school environment, where no two days are the same. The school takes a creative approach to education, with lots of opportunities for learning outside of the classroom, helping students develop confidence, independence and life skills alongside their academic learning.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who may have a range of social, emotional and mental health needs, providing encouragement, support and positive relationships that help them thrive.

• Supporting pupils with their learning and development
• Building positive and trusting relationships with students
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills
• Supporting learning activities both inside and outside the classroom
• Accompanying students on educational visits and activities in the local community
• Working as part of a supportive and dedicated school team

The Ideal Candidate

• Caring, patient and understanding
• Enthusiastic and willing to get involved
• Resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations
• Passionate about supporting children and young people
• A great team player with a positive attitude
• Experienced in working with individuals with special educational needs and/or additional needs
• Previous experience within an SEMH, SEN or specialist education setting would be highly desirable.

Essential Requirements

Due to the amount of learning and activities that take place outside of school, the successful candidate must have access to their own car and hold business insurance.

Why Join This School?

If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference every day, this could be the perfect opportunity.

You’ll be joining a school where learning goes beyond the classroom, staff are encouraged to have fun, and every achievement — big or small — is celebrated.

If you are enthusiastic, compassionate and ready for a rewarding new challenge, we would love to hear from you!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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