Teaching Assistant - Behaviour

TimePlan Education; Corby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational partnership is seeking a Learning Support Assistant in Corby to work closely with students with SEMH needs. In this rewarding role, you will support pupils on a 1:1 basis, promoting positive behavior and wellbeing while fostering inclusion in the classroom. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting SEN pupils, showing patience and understanding. Embrace the opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives with an immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with SEN or SEMH pupils is highly desirable.
• Ability to support pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.
• Understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Promote positive behavior and wellbeing of all pupils.
• Build trusting relationships with pupils.

Job description

LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT - SEND

TimePlan Education is proud to be working in partnership with a high-performing SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) special school, recently rated Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted.

This is a school that truly lives its values. Staff work closely together to provide consistently high-quality provision, and there's a genuine sense of teamwork and community throughout. The school has a welcoming, family feel where every member of staff plays a vital role in helping pupils succeed.

They are now looking to appoint Learning Support Assistants / SEN Teaching Assistants to join their established and successful team, with an immediate start available. Previous experience working with SEN or SEMH pupils is highly desirable.

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, under the guidance of the class teacher or form tutor
• Helping pupils to access learning while supporting positive behaviour
• Promoting safeguarding, welfare and the wellbeing of all pupils
• Supervising and supporting pupils to ensure their safety and engagement in learning activities
• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils and acting as a strong role model
• Encouraging inclusion and helping pupils feel valued and accepted in the classroom
• Responding to individual needs with consistency, patience and understanding
• Using positive reinforcement and celebrating progress and achievements
• Being directly involved in behaviour management processes, including Team Teach and the supervised withdrawal of pupils when required, to ensure the safety of both pupils and staff

If you're passionate about making a real difference and feel this role could be a good fit, I'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and I'll be in touch as soon as possible.