SEN Teaching Assistant - SEMH Support (SRP)

Smile Education; Wednesbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Consultant support

Opportunities in local primary schools

Competitive rates of pay

Job summary

Smile Education is recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a Specialist Resource Provision (SRP) at a primary school in WS10. The role is based in the Sunshine Room, assisting children with SEMH needs and helping them access the curriculum in a calm, nurturing setting.

Ideal candidates will have prior SEN experience, an understanding of SEMH and behaviour strategies, and a patient approach. Team Teach training is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN
• Understanding of SEMH and behaviour strategies
• Calm, patient, and nurturing approach

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs throughout the school day
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Use de-escalation and redirection strategies when required
• Help pupils engage in learning activities and routines
• Build strong, trusting relationships with children
• Work with teachers and the SEN team
• Create a calm, inclusive learning environment
• Occasional personal care support for safeguarding when required

Skills

SEMH awareness

Behaviour support

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Smile Education is recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a Specialist Resource Provision (SRP) at a primary school in WS10. The role is based in the Sunshine Room, assisting children with SEMH needs and helping them access the curriculum in a calm, nurturing setting.

Ideal candidates will have prior SEN experience, an understanding of SEMH and behaviour strategies, and a patient approach. Team Teach training is desirable but not essential.