Teaching Assistant – SEMH & Trauma-Informed Education

Reed; Esher; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Collaborative staff team

Career development

Job summary

Reed Education in Esher, Surrey, is seeking Teaching Assistants to join a brand-new SEMH school opening in September. You will help shape a nurturing, therapeutic learning environment and support pupils to reach their potential.

Role involves working with teachers and therapeutic staff to aid access to learning, build relationships, and support emotional regulation and social development in a calm, supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Patience, empathy and a calm, positive approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to remain resilient and adaptable in challenging situations.
• Experience within education, care, youth work or support settings (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH and additional needs to access learning.
• Build positive relationships that promote confidence and engagement.
• Assist with emotional regulation and behaviour support strategies.
• Encourage independence, resilience and social development.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teaching, pastoral and therapeutic teams.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience

Empathy

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education/Care experience

Job description

Reed Education in Esher, Surrey, is seeking Teaching Assistants to join a brand-new SEMH school opening in September. You will help shape a nurturing, therapeutic learning environment and support pupils to reach their potential.

Role involves working with teachers and therapeutic staff to aid access to learning, build relationships, and support emotional regulation and social development in a calm, supportive setting.