SEMH Teaching Assistant

Smile Education; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education in Tamworth is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to work closely with children with highly complex needs in primary settings. You will provide 1:1 support, encourage positive behaviour, and help children develop social, emotional and academic skills in a calm, inclusive classroom.

The role offers flexible, short-term or longer-term opportunities, with the chance to progress to permanent roles for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Recent experience supporting children with additional needs on a 1:1 basis.
• A relevant TA or childcare qualification (level 2 or 3) desirable.
• Experience supporting children with complex needs.
• Medical care experience advantageous but not essential.
• Confident working independently whilst also being a team member.
• Patient, caring and flexible approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Smile Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a child with highly complex additional needs.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping to create a calm, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
• Assisting pupils with varying abilities and learning needs, including those requiring additional support
• Helping to prepare classroom resources and learning activities to enhance pupil engagement
• Working collaboratively with teachers, teaching assistants, and other school staff to ensure the best outcomes for pupils
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional, and academic development, helping them to build confidence and reach their full potential
• Assisting with playground duties, school activities, and other responsibilities as required by the school

Skills

1:1 support

SEMH experience

Patience and adaptability

Excellent communication

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Are you a dedicated and adaptable SEMH Teaching Assiant who is experienced working very closely with SEN children in the Tamwoth area looking for a flexible role within a supportive SEN school environment?

We are seeking an patient and reliable SEMH focused Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children's learning and development and mental wellbeing across welcoming and well-established primary schools.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys helping pupils build their confidence, develop key skills, and to give overall support with their highly complex needs .We offer flexible opportunities tailored to your preferences, whether you're looking to work five days a week or just one. We take the time to understand what our candidates want and are committed to finding roles that suit their skills, experience, and career goals.

As a Primary School Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a child with highly complex additional needs.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping to create a calm, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
• Assisting pupils with varying abilities and learning needs, including those requiring additional support
• Helping to prepare classroom resources and learning activities to enhance pupil engagement
• Working collaboratively with teachers, teaching assistants, and other school staff to ensure the best outcomes for pupils
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional, and academic development, helping them to build confidence and reach their full potential
• Assisting with playground duties, school activities, and other responsibilities as required by the school

The ideal candidate would have:

• Recent experience supporting children with additional needs on a 1:1 basis.
• A relevant Teaching Assistant or Childcare qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 desirable).
• Experience supporting children with complex needs.
• Previous experience delivering medical care is advantageous but not essential.
• Confidence working independently whilst also being an effective member of a wider classroom team.
• A patient, caring and flexible approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Smile Education.

Why apply with us?

• Flexible short-term, long-term opportunity within a supportive school environment
• Friendly and dedicated staff who will work with you collaboratively
• Potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate
• The opportunity to make a real and lasting difference to young people through a more personalised approach to learning
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Smile Education consultant
• Competitive rates of pay such as £85-1010

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.