SEMH Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Shaftesbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Immediate start

CPD and training

Pension contributions

Support from dedicated consultant

Job summary

Vision for Education is seeking a SEMH Teaching Assistant in Shaftesbury to support primary mainstream and SEND pupils. Roles include 8:30am–3:30pm, term-time only, with flexible full-time/part-time opportunities.

The role involves supporting pupils with learning, including those with autism or SEMH, and working alongside teachers and staff to maintain a positive classroom environment. Ideal candidates are reliable, patient and good with children.

Qualifications

• Reliability and patience in a classroom setting.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to apply.
• Right to Work in the UK required.

Responsibilities

• Support the teacher during lessons and in-class activities.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups.
• Assist reading, writing, maths and other activities.
• Provide 1:1 support where required.
• Support pupils with SEND to access learning.
• Encourage positive behaviour and classroom routines.
• Build pupils' confidence and independence.
• Support social and communication skills.

Skills

Reliable

Patient

Good with children

Education

Enhanced DBS

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Shaftesbury

£92.56 - £100 per day

Immediate Start | Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible Work

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Shaftesbury

Vision for Education are looking for Primary Classroom Assistants to support primary mainstream and SEND schools in Shaftesbury and surrounding areas. The hours for this role are 8:30am to 3:30pm, term time only.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being around children and wants a role where they can make a real difference in the classroom. You'll work alongside teachers and other support staff, helping pupils with their learning, keeping them engaged and giving extra support where it's needed.

There are opportunities across different year groups, and some positions involve working closely with children who have SEND and additional needs, including autism, ADHD, communication difficulties and learning needs. You must be comfortable supporting children that have been diagnosed with Autism or SEMH (Social and Emotional Mental Health).

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, Classroom Assistant or Learning Support Assistant, or you have transferable experience from childcare, youth work, care or coaching, we'd be interested in hearing from you.

What you’ll be doing

Your day-to-day role will depend on the school and class, but could include:

• Supporting the teacher during lessons
• Working with individual pupils and small groups
• Helping children understand and complete their work
• Supporting reading, writing, maths and other classroom activities
• Providing 1:1 support where required
• Helping pupils with SEND access their learning
• Encouraging positive behaviour and good classroom routines
• Building children's confidence and independence
• Supporting social and communication skills
• Helping create a positive and well-managed classroom

What we’re looking for

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who is reliable, patient and good with children.

Previous school experience is useful but isn’t essential. You may have worked as a Teaching Assistant, TA, SEN TA, LSA, Learning Support Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, Support Worker, Youth Worker or Sports Coach, or simply have strong experience working with children.

You’ll need to be:

• Friendly and approachable
• Patient and understanding
• Confident communicating with children
• Able to work well with teachers and other staff
• Adaptable and willing to support different pupils
• Reliable and professional
• Interested in helping children learn and develop

You will also need an Enhanced DBS, or be willing to apply for one, and have the Right to Work in the UK.

What you can expect from Vision for Education

• £92.56 - £100 per day
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Full-time, part-time and flexible opportunities
• Short-term and long-term placements
• Immediate start available
• Free CPD and training
• SEND, safeguarding, autism and behaviour training
• Pension contributions
• A dedicated consultant who knows your area and supports you throughout your placement
• Opportunities to progress into longer-term and permanent school positions

About Vision for Education

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