SEND & SEMH Teaching Assistant — 1:1 Support & Growth

Philosophy Education LTD.; London Borough of Bromley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Philosophy Education is seeking experienced SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistants to support pupils with additional learning and emotional needs across South East London and Kent. Roles include 1:1 and small-group support in mainstream and specialist settings, with immediate starts after October half term.

We value dedicated, resilient staff with strong communication and a nurturing approach to help pupils develop confidence, social skills and positive relationships.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a SEND Teaching Assistant or SEMH Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant.
• Experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour, emotional dysregulation or complex needs.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and inclusive education.
• Strong communication, patience, resilience and a nurturing approach.
• Confidence supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.
• Experience in mainstream schools, SEND settings, PRUs or alternative provisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH needs and other learning difficulties.
• Assist with emotional regulation, behaviour management and engagement in learning.
• Implement IEPs, behaviour support plans and personalised learning strategies.
• Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation techniques.
• Work with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams to create an inclusive learning environment.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence, social skills and positive relationships.

Skills

SEND/SEMH experience

Behaviour support

Communication

Patience

safeguarding awareness

Job description

Philosophy Education is seeking experienced SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistants to support pupils with additional learning and emotional needs across South East London and Kent. Roles include 1:1 and small-group support in mainstream and specialist settings, with immediate starts after October half term.

We value dedicated, resilient staff with strong communication and a nurturing approach to help pupils develop confidence, social skills and positive relationships.