SEMH Teaching Assistant - Long-Term Support

Smile Education; Stafford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education are recruiting for an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive SEN school in the Tamworth area on a long-term, full-time basis. The role focuses on children with SEMH needs and requires building positive relationships and consistent support throughout the day.

Applicants should have substantial SEMH-related experience, a relevant TA/Childcare qualification and proven behaviour management skills.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEMH needs.
• Relevant Teaching Assistant, Childcare or Education qualification.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support a child with SEMH needs within an SEN environment.
• Provide consistent, nurturing support throughout the school day.
• Work closely with teaching staff and the wider school team.
• Support emotional regulation, engagement and learning.
• Use effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Paitient & resilient

Team collaboration

Education

TA/Childcare/Education qualification

Job description

Smile Education are recruiting for an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive SEN school in the Tamworth area on a long-term, full-time basis. The role focuses on children with SEMH needs and requires building positive relationships and consistent support throughout the day.

Applicants should have substantial SEMH-related experience, a relevant TA/Childcare qualification and proven behaviour management skills.