SEMH Teaching Assistant — Supportive Specialist Secondary School

Long Term Futures; Enfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

CPD and safeguarding training

Long-term opportunities

Ongoing consultant support

Job summary

Long Term Futures is recruiting a resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant for a specialist secondary school in Enfield. You will support secondary-aged pupils with SEMH needs, providing tailored one-to-one and small group support under the guidance of teachers and SEND staff.

The role offers long-term to permanent prospects, with competitive weekly pay and access to CPD and safeguarding training. A calm, patient approach and Enhanced DBS are desirable, with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Experience in education, youth work or mentoring.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach to supporting pupils with SEMH/ SEND.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for secondary-aged pupils with SEMH needs.
• Support pupils to overcome social, emotional and behavioural barriers to learning.
• Build positive, professional relationships that encourage engagement and resilience.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and personalised learning plans.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, pastoral teams and the SENCO to deliver effective support.
• Assist with the implementation of EHCP targets where appropriate.
• Adapt classroom activities to meet individual learning needs.
• Promote positive behaviour through consistency, encouragement and restorative approaches.
• Record pupil progress and communicate effectively with the wider school team.
• Act as a positive role model, promoting independence and personal development.

Skills

Education sector experience

Youth work/mentoring

Communication skills

Patience and resilience

Job description

Long Term Futures is recruiting a resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant for a specialist secondary school in Enfield. You will support secondary-aged pupils with SEMH needs, providing tailored one-to-one and small group support under the guidance of teachers and SEND staff.

The role offers long-term to permanent prospects, with competitive weekly pay and access to CPD and safeguarding training. A calm, patient approach and Enhanced DBS are desirable, with strong communication and