Teaching Assistant for Students with SEMH

Academics Ltd; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 131,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd are recruiting a Teaching Assistant to support students with SEMH in specialist secondary schools in Ellesmere Port. The role involves classroom support, 1:1 and small-group work, and promoting positive behaviour to enable learning for neurodivergent students.

Qualifications required include L2/L3 TA certification and an enhanced DBS check. Experience with challenging behaviour and SEMH is advantageous. Location is Ellesmere Port with flexible contract options.

Qualifications

• A recognised teaching assistant qualification and prior classroom experience is essential.
• Experience working with SEMH is beneficial.
• DBS check or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Classroom Support - assist the teacher and encourage student engagement.
• 1:1 and small-group support to tailor learning.
• Positive Behaviour Management to maintain a calm learning environment.

Skills

Classroom support

Behaviour management

Student engagement

Education

L2/L3 teaching assistant qualification

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

Teaching Assistant for Students with SEMH for specialist secondary schools in Ellesmere Port!

Location - Ellesmere Port

Role - Teaching Assistant for Students with SEMH

Pay - 95 - 105 (based on experience)

Academics are looking for L2 and L3 qualified teaching assistants to join specialist schools in Ellesmere Port. If you have classroom experience and you are passionate about removing the barriers to learning for neurodivergent students, this could be the role for you!

We encourage those who have worked with challenging behaviour and are confident with social and emotional difficulties in children to apply. This is a rewarding role for individuals who can positively redirect challenging behaviour and support children in their learning.

The Role:

Classroom Support - Supporting the teacher and encouraging students to engage with their learning. Assisting with classwork and reporting progress.

Positive Environment - Working with the teacher and other members of staff to create a positive learning environment for students to encourage a positive approach to lessons.

1:1 and Small-Group Support - Helping students develop confidence and to interact with their tailored curriculum. You will get to know students and understand their barriers to learning.

Positive Behaviour Management - Using consistent measures to ensure students maintain positive behaviour during lessons and around school, as well as using de-escalation of challenging situations.

About You: Teaching Assistant for Students with SEMH

L2/L3 Qualified and Previous Experience - A recognised teaching assistant qualification and prior classroom experience is essential for this role. Experience as a Teaching Assistant for Students with SEMH is ideal, but not essential.

Confident with Challenging Behaviour - The candidate must be able to diffuse challenging situations and support students who are expressing challenging behaviour.

Understanding of SEMH - An understanding of SEMH from a background in psychology/counselling would be advantageous for this role.

Location - Based in Ellesmere Port or be able to get there for work.

Background Checks - Candidates must have an enhanced DBS check or be happy to apply for one through us.

If you are a proactive individual, you are based in Ellesmere Port, and you are interested in becoming a Teaching Assistant for students with SEMH before, we strongly encourage you to apply! We offer a range of short and long term contracts, with flexible part-time and full-time opportunities available.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.