SEMH Teaching Assistant

Balfor Recruitment Group; Thrapston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Safeguarding training

Professional development

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Balfor Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant for a role in Thrapston, Northamptonshire. The position supports secondary pupils in an Alternative Provision/specialist setting; prior UK experience preferred. Competitive daily pay and long-term opportunities are offered.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups, assisting teachers with differentiated activities while promoting SEMH, autism and ADHD support. A calm, resilient approach and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' UK school/education experience.
• Experience as TA, Learning Support or Education Support Worker.
• Experience with SEMH, autism and/or ADHD preferred.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Support SEMH, autism, ADHD and challenging behaviour.
• Deliver engaging, differentiated learning activities.
• Maintain a safe, structured learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children.

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Interpersonal skills

SEMH support

Teamwork

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Alternative Provision | Thrapston, Northamptonshire | £95–£110 Per Day

Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Thrapston, Northamptonshire
Pay: £95–£110 per day, depending on experience
Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing Opportunities

Teaching Assistant Job in Thrapston

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role within an Alternative Provision or specialist education setting?

Balfor Recruitment is currently recruiting for a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant in Thrapston, Northamptonshire, to support secondary-aged pupils within a specialist education environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with experience working with young people who may have experienced barriers to learning, disengagement from mainstream education, SEMH needs, challenging behaviour, Autism and ADHD.

To be considered for this Teaching Assistant position, you must have a minimum of 6 months’ experience working within a school or education setting in the UK.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will provide vital classroom and pastoral support to secondary-aged pupils, helping them to engage positively with education and achieve their individual potential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to secondary-aged pupils.
• Supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, ADHD and challenging behaviour.
• Assisting teachers with the delivery of engaging and differentiated learning activities.
• Supporting pupils who may have experienced difficulties engaging within mainstream education.
• Using positive behaviour management strategies to promote engagement and progress.
• Building strong, positive and professional relationships with pupils.
• Supporting pupils with their social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Encouraging confidence, independence and positive attitudes towards learning.
• Helping to maintain a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.
• Working closely with teachers and other education professionals to meet individual pupil needs.
• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people at all times.

Teaching Assistant Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A minimum of 6 months’ experience working within a school or education setting in the UK – essential.
• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Mentor or Education Support Worker.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, challenging behaviour, Autism and/or ADHD would be highly desirable.
• Experience working with secondary-aged pupils is advantageous.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Confidence in supporting pupils with challenging behaviour and additional needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential.

Why Work with Balfor Recruitment?

• Competitive daily pay of £95–£110 per day.
• Full-time, long-term and temporary opportunities available.
• Opportunities to work within Alternative Provision and specialist education settings.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development.
• Free Safeguarding and PREVENT training.
• Dedicated support from an experienced Education Recruitment Consultant.
• Opportunities to develop your experience within SEN, SEMH and Alternative Provision.
• The opportunity to make a genuine and lasting difference to the lives of young people.

Safeguarding Statement

Balfor Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory safeguarding and compliance checks in line with current legislation.