SEN Teaching Assistant

senploy; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Nottingham is looking for experienced teaching assistants to mentor and support pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs (SEMH). The role includes assisting teachers, supervising pupils, and fostering positive relationships to enhance learning outcomes. Candidates should have relevant experience and a commitment to professional development. This position offers a supportive workplace focused on emotional health and well-being.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

A supportive and inclusive team

A valuable contribution to vulnerable children's education

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant.
• Experience in educational settings with pupils with SEMH.
• Must be willing to undergo Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support one pupil or a small group.
• Assist the Classroom Teacher during lessons.
• Report on pupils' progress and concerns.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom time.
• Assist with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
• Build positive relationships with pupils.

Skills

Strong basic education

Experience with SEMH

Behaviour management

IT skills

Professional development commitment

Education

GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics

A-level or equivalent

Job description

This School is an independent specialist provision serving children and young people in the East Midlands who live with their families, foster carers or in residential children's homes.

Class sizes do not exceed 6 pupils and are supported by a qualified class teacher with up to 2 teaching assistants.

The school supports pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) and a range of diagnosis which may include Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorder, Attachment needs and mild/moderate learning needs.

This job is an excellent opportunity for experienced teaching assistants to help shape the growth and development of our new provision and enrich the lives of our pupils. This role will give you the chance to further develop your skills in the classroom whilst also giving you the time and support to develop a key area of the school provision suited to your experience and interests (food hygiene, Forest School, sport, therapy, emotional literacy).

Role responsibilities

• Dedicated to mentoring and supporting one pupil or else a small group of no more than six pupils
• Supporting the Classroom Teacher during lessons
• Reporting on pupils' progress and concerns, and liaising with other School staff to ensure pupils needs are met
• Supervision of pupils during non-classroom time including extra-curricular activities and school trips
• Assisting with lesson planning and classroom preparation
• Setting work where appropriate, and marking
• Building positive relationships with your pupil/s and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes

Requirements

• Have a strong basic education, ideally to A-level, with a minimum of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics, and sound IT skills.
• Previous experience in a similar role ie, Teaching Assistant
• Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH within an Educational setting
• Be experienced and confident enough to take additional responsibility in an area of school ie, Food Hygiene, Forest School, Lunchtimes, School Yoga etc.
• Experience of behaviour management and techniques
• Committed to professional development and willing to learn
• Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencing work.

What the school offers

• A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included!)
• A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities
• An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision
• A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes