Teaching Assistant - Full Time

Teaching Personnel; Wareham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational support organization in Wareham is seeking an SEN / SEMH Teaching Assistant. This role involves supporting students aged 8-18 with special educational needs in an Alternative Education Provision setting. Ideal candidates should have experience with SEMH and SEN, alongside a compassionate, innovative approach. Full-time hours are Monday to Friday during term time, with access to extensive training. Join a passionate team committed to supporting young people's education.

Benefits

Access to free SEN training courses

12.07% Holiday Pay

Support with DBS checks

Qualifications

• Experience in a PRU / Alternative Provision setting.
• Patient, resilient, and caring approach to support.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teaching staff.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers to aid students with SEN.
• Work with students 8-18 years with SEMH needs.
• Assist in de-escalating challenging situations calmly.

Skills

SEN experience

SEMH experience

Positive behaviour support strategies

Calm de-escalation of challenging situations

Job description

SEN / SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Wareham

Salary: £13.75 an hour

Start Date: January

SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs?

If you answered yes, then this job opportunity for an SEN / SEMH Teaching Assistant may be for you! An Alternative Education Provision School in Wareham is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team.

The Role

You will be responsible for supporting classroom teachers in providing the best support possible to students ranging in the ages 8-18 years old, with various SEN and behavioural difficulties such as:

• Complex and persistent SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs
• Autism Spectrum Condition
• Speech, language and communication needs
• Anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges
• Pupils may also be awaiting CAMHS assessment/treatment

Many have struggled to engage with mainstream education due to social, emotional, or sensory challenges.

Who We Are Looking For

• Applicant must be comfortable working in a PRU / Alternative Provision setting
• A patient, resilient, innovative and caring individual with a compassionate approach to supporting young people
• SEMH experience in or out of an educational setting
• SEN(D) experience in or out of an educational setting
• Able to collaborate with teachers and other support staff
• Understanding of positive behaviour support strategies
• Able to de-escalate challenging situations calmly and safely

Working Hours/Benefits

• Full Time
• Monday-Friday
• 12.07% Holiday Pay
• Access to over 10 SEN training courses which are free of charge, plus plenty more with a generous discount!
• Please note, this role is Term-Time Only

If you’re passionate about supporting young people with SEN and SEMH needs and want to join a dedicated team in Wareham, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career as an SEN Teaching Assistant.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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