Temporary jobs in South Africa

This opportunity is within a secondary school that provides fresh starts and new beginnings for pupils who have often experienced challenges in mainstream education. Staff build warm and trusting relationships with pupils, helping them feel safe, respected and ready to re-engage with learning. The school promotes high expectations for achievement and behaviour, and offers enriching experiences that support personal development and future success.

• Provide classroom and 1:1 support to pupils with SEMH needs
• Assist pupils in managing behaviour, anxiety and emotional regulation
• Support pupils in re-engaging with learning and developing positive routines
• Collaborate with teaching staff and pastoral teams to personalise support
• Promote a calm, inclusive and respectful school culture
• Contribute to enrichment activities and wider school initiatives
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and maintain accurate records

• Holds a recognised SEND qualification (Level 3 or equivalent)
• Has prior experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs in a secondary school setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills as an SEMH Teaching Assistant
• Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils and staff
• Committed to promoting pupil wellbeing and academic progress
• Understanding of safeguarding practices and procedures
• Flexible, resilient and able to adapt to individual pupil needs

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Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

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