SEMH Teaching Assistant - Full-Time, Hounslow

GSL Education; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist provision in Hounslow, West London, on a full-time, long-term basis. You will support students with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour and additional learning needs, helping them engage with learning, build confidence and social-emotional skills.

Key duties include 1:1 and small-group support, managing behaviour, building positive relationships, and working with teachers to create a safe, inclusive learning

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with SEMH, SEN or challenging behaviour.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEMH needs.
• Supporting students with challenging behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Building positive and trusting relationships with young people.
• Encouraging students to engage with learning and classroom activities.
• Supporting students both inside and outside the classroom.
• Promoting positive behaviour and helping students develop coping strategies.
• Working closely with teachers and other professionals to support individual student needs.
• Creating a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEMH experience

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Communication

Relationship building

Adaptability

Full-time availability

Job description

GSL Education is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist provision in Hounslow, West London, on a full-time, long-term basis. You will support students with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour and additional learning needs, helping them engage with learning, build confidence and social-emotional skills.

Key duties include 1:1 and small-group support, managing behaviour, building positive relationships, and working with teachers to create a safe, inclusive learning