SEMH Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding support

CPD Courses

Market pay rates

Referral scheme £200

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant in Wakefield to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You will assist with learning activities, help manage emotions, and promote a safe,Inclusive classroom environment.

Ideal candidates will build positive relationships, communicate effectively with pupils and staff, and remain patient and resilient when supporting challenging behaviour across long-term or short-term placements.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour with a patient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Positive and adaptable attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning and emotional development.
• Help manage challenging behaviour in classroom.
• Build positive relationships and encourage engagement in learning.
• Work with staff to support learners' progress.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Wakefield
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £100 - £120 per day

Do you have experience supporting children and young people with SEMH needs?

Are you resilient, patient and confident when supporting challenging behaviour?

Can you build positive relationships and help young people engage with their education?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with SEMH provisions in Wakefield who provide supportive learning environments for children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health / SEMH needs. These settings focus on creating safe and positive environments where pupils can develop their confidence, independence and engagement with education.

The provisions are looking to take on an SEMH Teaching Assistant for long-term or short-term opportunities. The successful SEMH Teaching Assistant will support pupils with their learning and emotional development, helping to manage challenging behaviour while building positive relationships and encouraging engagement in the classroom.

Requirements

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs
• Experience managing challenging behaviour
• A patient, resilient and supportive approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A positive and adaptable attitude

Benefits

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment