Teaching Assistant

Milk Education; Stockport; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking Psychology graduates and experienced SEMH Teaching Assistants to join a specialist SEMH school in Stockport. You will support children and young people with a range of SEMH needs, including anxiety, ADHD, emotional regulation difficulties and challenging behaviour.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, build positive relationships, support behaviour and engagement, assist with classroom activities and follow individual behaviour plans.

Qualifications

• Psychology graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Previous experience working with SEMH, SEND or challenging behaviour is desirable.
• Patient, resilient and consistent approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Build positive relationships with pupils.
• Support behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement.
• Assist with classroom activities and personalised learning.
• Follow individual behaviour and support plans.
• Encourage pupils' confidence, independence and social development.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider school team.

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour support

Communication

Engagement

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant – High Peak School

Location: Stockport

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are looking for Psychology graduates and experienced SEMH Teaching Assistants to join a specialist SEMH school in Stockport.

You will support children and young people with a range of SEMH needs, including anxiety, ADHD, emotional regulation difficulties and challenging behaviour.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Build positive relationships with pupils.
• Support behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement.
• Assist with classroom activities and personalised learning.
• Follow individual behaviour and support plans.
• Encourage pupils' confidence, independence and social development.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider school team.

The Ideal Candidate

• Psychology graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Previous experience working with SEMH, SEND or challenging behaviour is desirable.
• Patient, resilient and consistent approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

This is a fantastic opportunity for Psychology graduates to gain valuable experience within specialist SEMH education and develop a career supporting young people.