SEMH Teaching Assistant - Empower Students & Build Confidence

Teaching Personnel; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Tonbridge is seeking an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated SEMH unit. This hands-on role focuses on supporting students' educational, emotional and social development in a warm and engaging learning environment.

The role involves one-to-one and small group support, building relationships, encouraging participation, assisting with behaviour management and emotional regulation, and collaborating with teachers to meet each pupil's needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs.
• Calm, patient approach with resilience.
• Willingness to engage in all aspects of support.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students with SEMH needs on a one-to-one and small group basis.
• Building positive relationships and acting as a trusted role model.
• Encouraging engagement and participation in learning activities.
• Supporting behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and wider staff to meet individual student needs.
• Helping students develop confidence, independence and life skills.

Job description

Teaching Personnel in Tonbridge is seeking an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated SEMH unit. This hands-on role focuses on supporting students' educational, emotional and social development in a warm and engaging learning environment.

The role involves one-to-one and small group support, building relationships, encouraging participation, assisting with behaviour management and emotional regulation, and collaborating with teachers to meet each pupil's needs.