SEMH Teaching Assistant Hull

Aspire People; Anlaby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting Teaching Assistants to support pupils with SEND/SEMH at a Hull area school. You don't need to be a qualified teacher, but patience and empathy are essential.

The role offers day-to-day, term-time only opportunities with daily rates of 95-110 GBP, providing flexible work and the chance to gain classroom experience.

You will work with a dedicated team to support students inside and outside the classroom, helping them access learning and develop confidence.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH or challenging behaviour is highly desirable
• A caring, patient and empathetic approach
• Confidence supporting students on a one-to-one or small-group basis
• Strong communication and behaviour-management skills
• The ability to remain calm and consistent in challenging situations
• A reliable and professional approach
• A genuine commitment to supporting young people
• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team
• Experience within a UK school or education setting is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional needs inside and outside the classroom
• Work one-to-one or in small groups to aid learning and social development
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to manage behaviour and support learning goals

Skills

Experience with children

SEND/SEMH experience

Patience & empathy

One-to-one & small-group support

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Teamwork

UK school experience

Job description

TEACHING ASSISTANT - SEND / SEMH SCHOOL - Hull

95- 110 Per Day Day-to-Day Flexible Opportunities Term-Time Only

Want to make a real difference to young people's lives?

We're working in partnership with a specialist SEND/SEMH school to recruit confident, caring and resilient Teaching Assistants to support pupils with additional needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience working with children or young people who wants to build their career in special educational needs and mental health support.

Day-to-day Short-term might turn into a long-term Term-time only

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

The school provides specialist education and support for children and young people with a range of SEND and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

It offers a structured, supportive and nurturing environment designed to help pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop their confidence and achieve their potential.

You'll be working as part of a dedicated team of teachers and support staff, helping pupils both inside and outside the classroom.

Every day can be different - but every day gives you the opportunity to make a genuine difference.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• Previous experience working with children or young people
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH or challenging behaviour is highly desirable
• A caring, patient and empathetic approach
• Confidence supporting students on a one-to-one or small-group basis
• Strong communication and behaviour-management skills
• The ability to remain calm and consistent in challenging situations
• A reliable and professional approach
• A genuine commitment to supporting young people
• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team
• Experience within a UK school or education setting is highly desirable.

You don't need to be a qualified teacher - but you do need patience, resilience, empathy and a genuine desire to help young people succeed.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE EVERY DAY.

Working in a SEND/SEMH setting can be challenging - but it can also be one of the most rewarding experiences in education.

If you're patient, compassionate, resilient and passionate about supporting young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, a recent graduate, an aspiring teacher or someone with relevant youth, care or support experience, this could be your opportunity to make a real difference.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.