SEMH Teaching Assistant | 1:1 Support | Growth & Wellbeing

Caretech Group; Paignton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Wellbeing-focused workplace

Paid DBS

Job summary

CareTech Community Services in Paignton, Devon is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students aged 7 to 18 with SEMH needs. The role involves assisting learning and social development, providing 1:1 or 2:1 support, and helping create engaging activities. The team aims to foster confidence, resilience and positive relationships.

The position offers a competitive salary (£23,370.40 per annum), full induction, DBS screening, and opportunities for development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH) is desirable.
• Ability to help students thrive academically and socially.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students' learning and social development inside and outside the classroom.
• Working 1:1 or 2:1 with students who need extra support.
• Helping set up engaging activities tailored to each student’s needs.
• Supporting teachers to create a positive, organised, and inspiring classroom environment.
• Reacting to classroom situations with calm, constructive, and professional guidance.

Skills

Student support

1:1/2:1 support

Classroom activities

Team collaboration

Job description

CareTech Community Services in Paignton, Devon is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students aged 7 to 18 with SEMH needs. The role involves assisting learning and social development, providing 1:1 or 2:1 support, and helping create engaging activities. The team aims to foster confidence, resilience and positive relationships.

The position offers a competitive salary (£23,370.40 per annum), full induction, DBS screening, and opportunities for development within a supportive environment.