SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistant — Flexible Hours & Impact

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Gravelly Hill; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Flexible working opportunities

Full-time/part-time placements

CPD through The National College

Dedicated consultant

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment in Erdington is seeking a SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of needs in mainstream and specialist schools. Full-time and part-time roles available, with flexible working and competitive weekly pay.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist with autism, ADHD, SEMH and complex needs, and help pupils engage in learning while following individual plans and EHCPs.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people in educational or SEND settings.
• Caring, patient and resilient approach to support pupils.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop SEND knowledge and skills.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND/SEMH needs.
• Support pupils with Autism, ADHD, MLD, SLD, PMLD and complex learning needs.
• Help pupils access learning and engage positively in the classroom.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and work with teachers/SENCOs.
• Follow learning plans, EHCPs and behaviour support strategies.
• Support pupils with communication, sensory and additional learning needs.
• Create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Help pupils build confidence, independence and essential life skills.

Skills

SEND experience

Patience & resilience

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment in Erdington is seeking a SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of needs in mainstream and specialist schools. Full-time and part-time roles available, with flexible working and competitive weekly pay.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist with autism, ADHD, SEMH and complex needs, and help pupils engage in learning while following individual plans and EHCPs.