Senior Teaching Assistant: SEMH & Inclusive Learning

Hamilton School; Normanton on Trent; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Annual Leave

ME Day

Professional Development

Hybrid Working

Perkbox

Job summary

Hamilton School, Reading, within Maiden Erlegh Trust, is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to support learning and emotional wellbeing. The role collaborates with teachers and SEND staff to enable access to the curriculum and to help students progress, build confidence and develop independence.

The ideal candidate will have Level 2 English and maths and experience with SEMH or additional needs, plus strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team and alone.

Qualifications

• Has a Level 2 qualification in English and mathematics.
• Level 3 qualification desirable.
• Experience supporting students with SEMH or additional needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow guidance from teaching staff and contribute positively to learning.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning by delivering activities alongside teachers.
• Support individual students and small groups to access tasks.
• Contribute to assessment and monitor progress by observing engagement.
• Promote safe, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Use de-escalation techniques to support students.
• Build positive relationships and support wellbeing.
• Prepare and organise learning resources.

Skills

Level 2 English

Level 2 Mathematics

Experience with SEMH

Strong communication

Education

Level 2 English and maths

Job description

Hamilton School, Reading, within Maiden Erlegh Trust, is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to support learning and emotional wellbeing. The role collaborates with teachers and SEND staff to enable access to the curriculum and to help students progress, build confidence and develop independence.

The ideal candidate will have Level 2 English and maths and experience with SEMH or additional needs, plus strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team and alone.