SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant — Flexible, Impactful Support

TeacherActive Limited.; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Teacher Active is seeking an SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Newark and the surrounding areas. Roles range from flexible day-to-day supply to longer-term placements, with an ASAP start.

You may provide 1:1 support, work with small groups or support classroom activities, focusing on SEMH/ASD/ADHD needs. Building relationships, emotional regulation and safeguarding are key aspects of the role.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN and/or SEMH.
• Experience in a school, SEN provision or alternative provision.
• Confidence supporting pupils with challenging behaviour.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Understanding safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Flexibility and reliability when working across different settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support or small group help.
• Support pupils within the classroom.
• Assist with emotional regulation and engagement.
• Build positive, professional relationships with pupils.
• Support safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Skills

SEN/SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Calm and patient

Safeguarding

Flexibility across settings

Relationship building

Emotional regulation

Reliability

Job description

Teacher Active is seeking an SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Newark and the surrounding areas. Roles range from flexible day-to-day supply to longer-term placements, with an ASAP start.

You may provide 1:1 support, work with small groups or support classroom activities, focusing on SEMH/ASD/ADHD needs. Building relationships, emotional regulation and safeguarding are key aspects of the role.