SEMH Teaching Assistant — Transform Lives in a SEN School

Esland; High Melton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education pension

Sick pay

Life insurance

Induction training

Career development

Cycle to work

Employee assistance

Green car scheme

Refer a Friend £500

Recognition awards

Employee discounts

Make a difference

Job summary

Esland is seeking a committed SEMH Teaching Assistant to join our brand new SEN school. The role involves supporting children aged 8 to 16, delivering one-to-one and small group support, and working closely with teachers to help learners reach their potential. The position is full-time and permanent, with a 8:30am–4:30pm schedule.

Salary ranges from £23,520 to £25,357 per year, depending on experience. We offer induction, continuous training, and opportunities for career development within a

Qualifications

• Experience meeting the needs of primary and secondary aged children who have experienced difficulty accessing mainstream education.
• Awareness of SEND needs impacting self-regulation: communication, cognition, learning, sensory and physical needs.
• Inclusive, empathetic, solution-focused and passionate about making a difference for learners.
• Awareness of trauma-informed practices and positive mental health promotion.
• Ability to understand and manage behaviour that challenges.
• Teamwork skills and commitment to progression and school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils one-to-one or in small groups to fulfil their potential.
• Collaborate with class teachers to plan and implement learning activities.
• Support students to develop new skills and confidence in learning.
• Be flexible and ready to take on additional duties as required.

Skills

First aid

Relate to children

Team player

National Curriculum knowledge

ICT for learning

Policy knowledge

Child development

Self-evaluate learning

Caring for children

Job description

Esland is seeking a committed SEMH Teaching Assistant to join our brand new SEN school. The role involves supporting children aged 8 to 16, delivering one-to-one and small group support, and working closely with teachers to help learners reach their potential. The position is full-time and permanent, with a 8:30am–4:30pm schedule.

Salary ranges from £23,520 to £25,357 per year, depending on experience. We offer induction, continuous training, and opportunities for career development within a