Special Needs Teaching Assistant

UCM Recruitment; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

UCM Recruitment in the United Kingdom is seeking 2 Teaching Assistants to join a specialist SEMH school in Hounslow, supporting younger children in a small, structured and nurturing classroom environment. This is a full-time, long-term agency role, offering a rewarding opportunity to support children with SEMH needs and help them develop academically, socially and emotionally.

You will work alongside an experienced Teacher and another TA, building positive relationships, supporting learning,

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young children in a classroom or similar setting.
• Ability to support children with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour.
• Full-time availability Monday to Friday.
• Eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in a small class of up to 8 students.
• Assist with learning, behaviour, and emotional development.
• Support the class teacher and work with another TA.
• Help maintain a calm, safe, and structured environment.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Communication with children

Team collaboration

Job description

We are seeking 2x Teaching Assistants to join a specialist SEMH school in Hounslow, supporting younger children in a small, structured and nurturing classroom environment.

This is a full-time, long-term agency role, offering a rewarding opportunity to support children with SEMH needs and help them develop academically, socially and emotionally.

You will be:

• Supporting younger children with SEMH needs in a small class of no more than 8 pupils
• Working alongside an experienced Teacher and another Teaching Assistant
• Building positive relationships with pupils while maintaining clear boundaries and routines
• Supporting children with their learning, behaviour and emotional development
• Helping create a calm, safe and supportive classroom environment

We are looking for someone who is patient, resilient, confident and passionate about supporting children with SEMH needs. Previous experience working with children with SEMH, behavioural needs or within a specialist school setting is highly desirable.

You will need:

• Previous experience working with children in a school or similar setting
• Confidence supporting children with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour
• Full-time availability Monday to Friday
• Availability to attend a trial this week
• Availability to start ASAP following a successful trial
• Ability to commit to 5 days per week
• Please note that sponsorship cannot be provided and we cannot accommodate 20-hour working restrictions

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:45am-4:00pm

Location: Hounslow Borough

Position: Long-term agency, term-time only

Start: ASAP following a successful trial

We are an Equal Opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.