Teaching Assistant (SEMH)

Academics; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant (SEMH) to join an outstanding SEMH school in Birkenhead. This role focuses on providing tailored support to students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar setting, strong communication skills, and a commitment to student welfare. Competitive daily rates and ongoing support are offered for this impactful role.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Ongoing support from a dedicated team

Opportunity to make a difference

Flexible working patterns on a supply basis

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school or similar setting.
• Ability to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to students with SEMH needs.
• Collaborate with staff to create a supportive environment.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress.

Skills

Experience working with students with SEMH needs

Strong communication skills

Patience

Empathy

Understanding of behaviour management strategies

Education

Relevant qualifications in Education, SEN, or Childcare

Job description

Teaching Assistant (SEMH) Suitable to NQT New

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have the skills and resilience to work with students displaying challenging behaviour? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant (SEMH) to join an outstanding SEMH school in Birkenhead, Wirral on a long term, supply basis through Academics. In this role, you will work closely with individual students who require additional support due to SEMH challenges and behavioural difficulties. As a Teaching Assistant (SEMH), your primary focus will be to provide tailored support that promotes their academic progress, emotional well-being, and personal development.

Your key responsibilities as a Teaching Assistant (SEMH):

• Provide 1:1 support to students with SEMH needs, helping them engage positively with their learning.
• Implement strategies to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour in line with the school's behaviour policies.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCO, and other professionals to create a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Support the emotional and social development of students, promoting self-regulation and resilience.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and behaviour, feeding back to the relevant staff.

Requirements for a Teaching Assistant (SEMH):

• Experience working with students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour (in a school or similar setting).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• An understanding of behaviour management strategies and a proactive approach to supporting students.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Relevant qualifications in Education, SEN, or Childcare.
• Previous experience in a similar SEMH school setting.

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rates.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated team at Academics.
• The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people with SEMH needs.
• Flexible working patterns on a supply basis.

If you're passionate about making a positive impact and have the skills to support students with SEMH and challenging behaviour as a Teaching Assistant (SEMH), we would love to hear from you!

Apply today or Give Laura a call at Academics TODAY!