Teaching Assistant (SEMH)

SMART Education Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist recruitment agency is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join a secondary SEMH school in West Bromwich. The position focuses on supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs, fostering an inclusive learning environment and working closely with teachers to shape the academic and emotional skills of students. Successful candidates will enjoy competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and dedicated support throughout their career.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Access to free CPD training

Dedicated Support

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience working in an SEMH environment.
• Strong skills in managing challenging behaviour.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Assist the class teacher in planning lessons.
• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours effectively.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Managing challenging behaviour

Adaptability

Patience

Job description

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (SEMH School)
Location: West Bromwich
Pay Rate: £95.15
Hours: 8:30am 3:30pm

Smart Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a secondary SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) PRU school in West Bromwich. This role involves supporting the class teacher and working closely with pupils who may display challenging behaviour.

About the Role:

As an LSA, you will play a crucial role in fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Working in a PRU with KS3 and KS4 pupils.
• Providing one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Assisting the class teacher with planning and delivering engaging lessons.
• Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviours effectively.
• Helping pupils to develop social, emotional, and academic skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay: Reflective of your skills and experience.
• Professional Development: Access to free CPD training focused on working within SEMH settings.
• Dedicated Support: A consultant to guide you through your placement and career progression.
• Additional Benefits: Holiday pay and the chance to make a significant difference in the lives of pupils.

Requirements:

• Demonstrable experience working in an SEMH environment.
• Strong skills in managing and responding to challenging behaviour.
• A patient, resilient, and adaptable approach to supporting pupils.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

About Smart Education:

Smart Education is a specialist recruitment agency for Education and Early Years, providing bespoke staffing solutions for both permanent and temporary roles. We work with Teachers, SEND professionals, Teaching Assistants, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors across the Midlands.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. Please note that it is a criminal offence to apply for this role if you are barred from working with children.

If you have the experience and passion to support pupils with SEMH needs, we would love to hear from you.