Teaching Assistant : SEMH

TipTopJob; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time hours

Welcoming school environment

Job summary

TipTopJob is seeking a committed SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide emotional, academic, and social guidance to pupils with SEMH needs. The role supports delivery of the curriculum and involves 1:1 and small group work, with a focus on IEPs and inclusive planning.

Applicants must have a right to work in the UK and be available full-time for the academic year starting in September. A driving license and vehicle access are required due to rural location.

Qualifications

• 3-6 months of experience in a school setting or supporting individuals with SEN/SEMH needs.
• Must be available for full-time hours for the entire academic year starting in September.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with diverse learning and behavioural needs.
• Assist the class teacher in implementing tailored Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment.
• Help manage classroom behaviour gently and effectively, promoting emotional well:being.
• Monitor and report on student progress, collaborating closely with teaching staff.

Skills

SEN/SEMH experience

1:1 support

IEP implementation support

Driving license

Job description

We are looking for a committed, full:time SEMH Teaching Assistant to offer vital emotional, academic, and social guidance to pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs, helping them fully engage with the curriculum and succeed across their education.

We operate a strict no:sponsorship policy; all applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with diverse learning and behavioural needs.
• Assist the class teacher in implementing tailored Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment.
• Help manage classroom behaviour gently and effectively, promoting emotional well:being.
• Monitor and report on student progress, collaborating closely with teaching staff.

Essentials

• 3:6 months of experience working in a school setting or supporting individuals with SEN/SEMH needs. Highly transferable skills from care, youth work, or similar backgrounds will also be considered.
• Must be available for full:time hours for the entire academic year starting in September.
• Must be a licensed driver with access to a vehicle due to the schools rural location and limited public transport links.
• Must be available for full:time hours for the entire academic year starting in September.
• Must be a licensed driver with access to a vehicle due to the schools rural location and limited public transport links.

(Salary: GBP88 : GBP97 per day : This is a temporary / temporary to permanent role after a probation period)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 AM : 03:55 PM, Full time and term time : full academic year.

Perks

• Consistent, reliable term:time hours.
• A welcoming and collaborative school environment dedicated to staff development.