SEN Teaching Assistant - SEMH, Trauma & Behaviour

Term Time Teachers Ltd; Wealden; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Term Time Teachers Ltd in East Sussex and Brighton is seeking caring SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with SEMH, trauma and complex behavioural needs. Roles are available on a full-time, part-time or supply basis, with immediate start options.

You will build trusting relationships, stay calm and patient, and provide consistent support to help pupils access learning through tailored strategies in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Has experience supporting children or young people
• Is calm, patient and consistent
• Can build trusting relationships
• Understands that behaviour can be a form of communication

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH and complex behavioural needs
• Build positive relationships with pupils and families
• Provide consistent, tailored support to enable learning
• Follow school policies and adapt strategies to individual needs

Skills

Caring nature

Resilience

Patience

Relationship building

Job description

Location: East Sussex & Brighton

Salary: £93-£110 per day

Contract: Full-time, Part-time & Supply

Start Date: Immediate / Ongoing

Academics are working with specialist schools and alternative provisions across East Sussex and Brighton, supporting children and young people with SEMH needs, trauma and complex behavioural needs.

We are looking for caring, resilient and patient SEN Teaching Assistants who can build positive relationships and provide consistent support to pupils who may have experienced significant challenges.

You could be supporting pupils with:

• SEMH and emotional regulation difficulties
• Trauma and adverse childhood experiences
• Anxiety, attachment difficulties and EBSA
• Challenging or distressed behaviour
• ADHD and Autism
• Communication and social difficulties
• EHCPs and additional learning needs

The ideal candidate:

• Has experience supporting children or young people
• Is calm, patient and consistent
• Can build trusting relationships
• Understands that behaviour can be a form of communication
• Has a genuine interest in supporting pupils with additional needsPrevious school experience is desirable but not essential. Experience in youth work, residential care, children's services, mentoring or behaviour support can also be highly relevant.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy