Sen Primary Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Worksop; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

Access to Worksop settings

Flexible day-to-day and longer-term op

CPD courses via My-Progression

Market-leading pay rates

Referral scheme £100

Job summary

Teacher Active is seeking an SEN / SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Worksop and surrounding areas. The role involves 1:1 support, small groups, and classroom assistance for learners with SEMH, ASD, ADHD and communication needs.

A key part of the job is building trusting relationships, helping pupils regulate emotions and engage with education, while maintaining strong safeguarding practices and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN and/or SEMH needs.
• Experience within a school, SEN provision, alternative provision or similar setting.
• Confidence supporting pupils with challenging behaviour.
• Understanding of safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 support, working with small groups or in the classroom.
• Support pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD and communication needs.
• Help pupils regulate emotions and engage positively with education.

Skills

SEN/SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Patience & resilience

Job description

Job Title: SEN / SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Worksop & surrounding areas
Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing Opportunities
Salary: £95 - £110 per day, depending on experience

Are you passionate about supporting children with SEN and SEMH needs?

Can you build positive relationships with pupils who may find mainstream education challenging?

Are you patient, resilient and confident supporting behaviour and emotional regulation?

Teacher Active is looking to expand our pool of passionate and reliable SEN / SEMH Teaching Assistants to support pupils across Worksop and the surrounding areas.

We work with a range of mainstream schools, SEN provisions and alternative education settings, with regular opportunities for Teaching Assistants who have experience supporting children and young people with additional needs.

Opportunities can range from day-to-day flexible supply to short-term cover and longer-term placements, making this ideal for experienced SEN Teaching Assistants looking for either flexibility or consistent work.

As an SEN / SEMH Teaching Assistant, you could be providing 1:1 support, working with small groups or supporting pupils within the classroom. You may work with pupils with needs including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, communication difficulties and challenging behaviour.

A key part of the role will be building trusting relationships with pupils, helping them regulate their emotions, engage positively with education and develop their confidence.

The successful SEN / SEMH Teaching Assistant will ideally have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN and/or SEMH needs
• Experience within a school, SEN provision, alternative provision or similar setting
• Confidence supporting pupils with challenging behaviour
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• The ability to build positive and professional relationships with pupils
• An understanding of safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
• Flexibility and reliability when working across different settings

In return, you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7
• Access to a range of SEN, SEMH and mainstream settings across Worksop
• Flexible day-to-day and longer-term opportunities
• CPD courses and certificates through My-Progression
• Market-leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured you're paying the correct level of Tax and National Insurance, with no unnecessary admin charges coming out of your hard-earned pay.

About TeacherActive

Teacher Active is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals.