SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Truro; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Variety of SEN/SEMH settings across/C

Temporary to permanent opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is expanding its pool of daily supply professionals to work in SEN and SEMH schools across Cornwall.

We are seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support students from KS1 to KS4, delivering one-to-one and small-group support, and helping with behaviour management and emotional wellbeing. Flexible working across Cornwall, with opportunities to make a real difference in pupils\' lives.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with SEN and/or SEMH students
• A proactive and adaptable approach to supporting students
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for helping young people succeed and thrive

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to help students stay engaged and progress in their learning
• Support students with behaviour management and emotional wellbeing
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and school support teams

Skills

SEN/SEMH experience

Proactive approach

Strong communication

Teamwork

Job description

KS1 - KS4 SEN Teacher

Flexible working

Working in various SEN & SEMH schools across Cornwall

Experience with SEN/SEMH

Proactive individual

Looking to make a difference

Job Title

KS1 – KS4 SEN Teaching Assistant

Location

Across Cornwall

Working Pattern

Flexible

Teaching Personnel are delighted to share that we’ve been selected by a large Multi Academy Trust covering schools across Cornwall and Devon to provide their supply and staffing support.

Teaching Personnel is one of the approved agencies that this Trust works with directly for all their teaching, support and cover requirements.

As part of this new partnership, we’re expanding our pool of daily supply professionals to work in a range of SEN schools across Cornwall.

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a dedicated and proactive SEN Teaching Assistants to support students across Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 4 in a range of SEN and SEMH schools across Cornwall. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and making a meaningful difference in their education and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to help students stay engaged and progress in their learning
• Support students with behaviour management and emotional wellbeing
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and school support teams

Requirements

• Previous experience working with SEN and/or SEMH students
• A proactive and adaptable approach to supporting students
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for helping young people succeed and thrive

What We Offer

• Flexible working opportunities
• The chance to work in a variety of SEN and SEMH school settings across Cornwall
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference in students’ lives

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.