SEMH Teaching Assistant

TimePlan Education Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

TimePlan Education Group is recruiting a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant for a secondary school in Watford, starting September. This role focuses on supporting students with social, emotional and mental health needs across the school day, in classrooms and other learning environments.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups to help students engage with learning, build confidence and achieve individual goals, while collaborating closely with teachers and the wider support team.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS Certificate for Child Workforce registered on the DBS Update Service, or be willing to apply for one.
• DBS cost can be refunded after 20 days of work.
• Experience with SEN/SEMH is desirable but not essential; a positive attitude and patience are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with additional needs.
• Support students during lessons and around the school throughout the day.
• Build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote student engagement.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider support team.

Skills

1:1 support

Small group support

Classroom support

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA) Watford, England

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location:Secondary SEMH School
Hours:Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract:Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date:September

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionateSEN Teaching Assistantto join a supportive secondary SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school fromSeptember.

This rewarding role involves supporting students throughout the school day, bothwithin the classroom and in other learning environments. You will work with students on a1:1 basis and in small groups, helping them to engage with learning, develop confidence, and achieve their individual goals.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with additional needs.
• Support students during lessons and around the school throughout the day.
• Build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote student engagement.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider support team.

Requirements

• AnEnhanced DBS Certificate for Child Workforceregistered on theDBS Update Service, or be willing to apply for one.
• If you need to apply for a DBS through us, the cost can berefunded after 20 days of work.
• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN/SEMH is desirable but not essential. A positive attitude, patience, and a genuine passion for supporting young people are essential.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you.