SEND/SEMH TA Scunthorpe

Aspire People; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

Permanent potential

Dedicated Aspire People consultant

Job summary

Aspire People is working with a specialist SEND/SEMH school in Scunthorpe to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team. You will provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEND and SEMH.

The role is full-time, term-time only, 8:30am-4:00pm, start ASAP, with potential to become permanent. Prior experience in education or care is welcome, and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young people is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in education, care, support work or youth services.
• Experience with SEND/SEMH, ASD, challenging behaviour or complex needs.
• Psychology degree or related degree encouraged to apply.
• No prior school experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support.
• Support pupils with SEND/SEMH and complex needs.
• Help students engage with classroom learning.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Create a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEND/SEMH experience

ASD

Behaviour management

One-to-one support

Small group support

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Teaching Assistant - SEND / SEMH

Location: Scunthorpe

Salary: 100- 110 per day

Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: 8:30am-4:00pm

Contract: Term-Time Only

Potential: Long-term to permanent

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Youth Worker or Care Worker looking for a rewarding new opportunity?

Do you have experience supporting young people with SEND, SEMH, ASD, challenging behaviour or complex needs?

Aspire People is working with a specialist SEND/SEMH school in Scunthorpe to recruit a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to build their experience within specialist education and make a genuine difference to the lives of young people.

Why Apply?

• 100- 110 per day
• Full-time, long-term position
• Start ASAP
• Potential to become permanent for the right candidate
• Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm
• Term-time only
• Specialist SEND/SEMH setting
• Excellent opportunity to develop your career in education
• Support from a dedicated Aspire People consultant

About the School

The school provides specialist education for young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and other Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

The school offers a structured and nurturing environment where pupils are supported to overcome barriers to learning, develop confidence and build positive relationships.

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with teachers and other professionals to provide consistent support tailored to each student's individual needs.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH and complex needs
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support
• Supporting students with ASD and communication needs
• Helping pupils engage with classroom learning
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Building positive and trusting relationships with students
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social development
• Supporting students during lessons and throughout the school day
• Following individual learning, support and behaviour plans
• Working closely with teachers and wider support staff
• Creating a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment

Who Are We Looking For?

We're interested in candidates with experience in education, care, support work or youth services.

Previous experience with any of the following would be highly beneficial:

• SEND / SEMH schools
• Autism / ASD
• Challenging behaviour
• Mental health
• Complex needs
• Residential care
• Youth work
• Children's services
• Specialist education
• Secure or custodial environments

You do not necessarily need previous school experience.

Candidates with a Psychology degree or related degree, combined with relevant experience or a genuine interest in supporting young people with additional needs, are also encouraged to apply.

If you are passionate about helping young people overcome challenges and reach their potential, we want to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.