SEMH Teaching Assistant

TimePlan Education; Welwyn; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

TimePlan Education is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs in a secondary school setting in Bushey, Hertfordshire.

You will work full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, during term time, providing in-class and additional support to help students engage with education and manage emotions. DBS required or willingness to apply, with refund eligibility after 20 days' work.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students who have SEMH or additional needs.
• Be patient, compassionate and confident in managing challenging behaviour.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Availability to work Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, term-time only.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH needs in and outside the classroom.
• Help students engage with their learning and manage emotions.
• Assist in developing positive relationships between students and staff.
• Support behavioural management and create a supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Experience with young people

SEMH or challenging behaviour

Empathy & resilience

Relationship building

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Bushey , Hertfordshire

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm

Contract: Term-time only

We are currently seeking a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant.

The successful candidate will work with students who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, providing support both in and outside the classroom. You will play an important role in helping students to engage with their education, manage their emotions and develop positive relationships.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working with young people, particularly those with SEMH or additional needs.
• Be patient, compassionate, resilient and confident in managing challenging behaviour.
• Be able to build positive and trusting relationships with students and staff.
• Be available to work Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, term-time only.
• Be able to provide references covering the last two years.

Compliance requirements:

Applicants must hold a Child Workforce Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one.

If you need to apply for a new DBS, you may be eligible to receive a refund for the cost after successfully completing 20 days of work, subject to the relevant terms and conditions.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and making a positive difference within a secondary school environment