Teaching Assistant - SEMH

TN United Kingdom; Mid Sussex; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. This role involves working closely with an experienced team to provide personalized assistance to students, addressing challenges related to behavior, focus, and social skills. Candidates should possess a genuine passion for positively influencing students with Special Educational Needs and the ability to create an inclusive learning environment. This temporary position offers competitive pay and the potential for permanence, making it an exciting opportunity for those committed to fostering resilience and emotional growth in students.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate

Weekly PAYE pay

Support from experienced consultants

Referral bonus scheme

Access to online courses

Free online safeguarding training

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with additional needs is essential.
• Ability to follow tailored educational plans for individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Support students in the classroom and during activities.
• Provide personalized assistance to address behavioral and academic challenges.

Skills

Experience with children with additional needs

Ability to follow EHCPs

Passion for influencing students positively

Creating inclusive learning environments

Patience and empathy

Proactive and adaptable approach

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will work closely with an experienced team, assisting students during lessons and activities.

Your responsibilities include supporting students in the classroom, small groups, or one-on-one, providing personalized assistance to address challenges related to behaviour, focus, academic work, or social skills.

The role involves working with students with diverse needs such as autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Speech & Language difficulties. Your commitment to fostering resilience and emotional growth will significantly impact their educational journey and wellbeing.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience working with children with additional needs or a strong desire to do so.
• Ability to follow EHCPs or similar educational plans tailored to individual needs.
• A genuine passion for positively influencing students with Special Educational Needs.
• Skills to create a nurturing, inclusive learning environment that promotes growth and development.
• Patience, empathy, and understanding of diverse learning requirements.
• A proactive, adaptable approach to various situations and challenges.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rate.
• Weekly PAYE pay with no hidden umbrella costs.
• Support from professional and experienced consultants.
• Referral bonus scheme.
• Access to over 50 online courses at Diploma and Certificate levels.
• Trusted by over 4,000 clients across the UK as a preferred supplier to schools.
• Assistance in helping over 10,000 candidates gain employment.

Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK. All applicants must have the necessary qualifications and training. For further details, please refer to the FAQs on the Protocol Education website.

All pay rates are inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This is a temporary position, with potential for permanence later. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding children and will conduct safeguarding checks in accordance with DfE guidance, including an online search if necessary.

We provide free online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training. Candidates must have or obtain a valid enhanced DBS check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Full assistance is provided throughout the application process. For our privacy policy, please visit the Protocol Education website.