Social, Emotional and Mental Health Teaching Assistant

Monarch Education Recruitment; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and culturally diverse specialist school in Peterborough. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students with special educational needs. You will work closely with teachers to enhance student learning and development while promoting positive behavior in a nurturing environment. With competitive pay and the potential for permanent placement, this role is perfect for those looking to grow in the education sector. If you’re ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we encourage you to apply today.

Benefits

Competitive daily wage

Dedicated consultant support

Access to free CPD materials

Referral bonuses

Free safeguarding training

In-role training such as Team Teach

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people in educational settings.
• Qualified Teaching Assistants preferred with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs.
• Assist classroom teachers in boosting student attainment.

Skills

Experience with special educational needs

Child development support

Behavioral management

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Teaching Assistant

Degree in Psychology

Experience in SEND education

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Fantastic pay rates between £400.00-£500.00 per week.

Monarch Education are actively recruiting a Social, Emotional and Mental Health Trained Teaching Assistant to support a Specialist School in Peterborough.

This exciting full-time opportunity has the potential to become permanent. The school environment is friendly, culturally diverse, and family-oriented, offering support and guidance. Working hours are typically from 8:00 to 16:00 (depending on the school), Monday to Friday, term-time only.

The school is looking for a skilled Teaching Assistant with experience working with special educational needs, either with children or adults. The position is available to start ASAP, with a view to going permanent by April 2025.

In this role, you will support students with various SEND needs, particularly Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, within a primary school setting. You will assist the classroom teacher in boosting attainment and supporting social and educational development, maintaining discipline according to school procedures, and promoting good practice among pupils.

Suitable Candidates Can Be Any Of The Following

• Qualified Teaching Assistants
• Experience working in a Special Educational Needs School
• Probation officers
• Healthcare, support, or social work experience
• Graduates in Acting, Music, Performing Arts, Psychology
• Experience as a SEND Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant
• 3-6 months experience working with children
• Sports coaches
• Available to start full-time

Benefits Of Working With Monarch Education

• Competitive daily wage based on experience
• Support with interviews and trial days to find the right environment
• Dedicated consultant support
• Assistance with CV and job applications
• Fast compliance process
• Referral bonuses: £200 for successful teacher referrals, £100 for Teaching Assistant referrals
• Free, up-to-date safeguarding training
• Access to free CPD materials from multi-academy trusts
• In-role training such as Team Teach, focusing on behavioural management approaches

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK
• Recent child-based reference and relevant DBS/Police checks (support available)

Experience in supporting children or young people within nursery, school, SEND, or youth settings is preferred.

Monarch Education is a national recruitment agency specializing in primary, secondary, and SEN schools. We value strong relationships with our staff, schools, and trusts.

If interested and confident you're a good fit, please apply today by submitting your CV, contacting us, or calling Keely at 01604 970 386 for more information.

Terms and conditions apply.

Monarch Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, age, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity, or disability.