SEMH Teaching Assistants at Tradewind Recruitment

EasyInfoBlog.com LLC; Canterbury; Hybrid; GBP 16,236 - 16,605; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Access to CPD-accredited courses

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

EasyInfoBlog.com LLC is seeking SEMH Teaching Assistants for schools in Canterbury. The role involves supporting students with SEMH needs in 1:1 or small group settings. Candidates should have prior experience in Behaviour Support or Teaching Assistant roles and demonstrate strong behaviour management skills.

Offering a competitive daily rate of £90, this position is suited for passionate individuals ready to make a difference. Flexibility for full-time if long-term is requested. Application encourages dedicated support for young people.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in Behaviour Support, Teaching Assistant, or SEN settings is highly desirable.
• Demonstrate strong behaviour management skills.
• Must have the right to work in the UK and willing to obtain an enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Support students on a 1:1 or small group basis with SEMH needs.
• Manage and de-escalate behavioural incidents with confidence.
• Build positive relationships with pupils who have experienced trauma.

Skills

Behaviour management skills

Emotional resilience

Non-confrontational manner

Job description

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistants
Agency: Tradewind Recruitment
Location: Canterbury, Kent
Salary/Rate: £88 – £90/day

SEMH Teaching Assistant – SEN Schools in Canterbury
Full-time or part-time – £90 per day – ASAP start – Monday to Friday 8.30am-3.30pm

Ad-hoc and potentially a long-term position – if long-term, you need to be available full-time

If you are passionate about supporting secondary-aged young people who need the most encouragement and guidance, and thrive in a challenging but rewarding environment, this could be the role for you.

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking resilient and committed SEMH Teaching Assistants to join one of the various SEN Schools in Canterbury that cater to children with mental health needs.

The Role

• Supporting students on a 1:1 or small group basis with needs including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and challenging behaviour.
• Managing and de-escalating behavioural incidents with confidence and professionalism.
• Building positive relationships with pupils who may have experienced trauma, exclusion, or unstable home environments.
• Being a role model, someone who actually wants to make a difference. This role is not just a ‘job’ for you.
• Take initiative in the classroom and be able to build meaningful relationships.

Requirements

• Prior experience as a Behaviour Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, or working in a pastoral/intervention SEN setting is highly desirable.
• You must be able to demonstrate strong behaviour management skills, emotional resilience, and a calm, non-confrontational manner.
• Must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS (child-only) on the update service or be willing to get a new one. A new DBS costs £62 and we will pay you back the £62 once you complete 20 days of work for us.
• If you have been out of the UK in the last 5 years for 6 months or more, you will also need to have an overseas police check.
• References need to cover at least 6 months from the last two years, plus your most recent relevant reference.

Why work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• Competitive daily rates and transparent pay.
• Ongoing access to over 2,500 CPD-accredited courses through The National College.
• A dedicated and experienced consultant supporting you every step of the way.
• A reliable and knowledgeable compliance team ensuring smooth onboarding and continued support.

If you’re ready to support young people in a setting where your presence and consistency can change lives, apply today to join a forward-thinking and supportive team in Canterbury.