SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Portsmouth
Start Date: As soon as possible
Daily Rate: £84-£90

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and nurturing team, working with students aged 2 to 19 years who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, as well as other Special Educational Needs (SEN). This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people with complex needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Students in Class: Assist teachers in delivering engaging, structured lessons and activities that cater to the unique needs of each student, helping them access the curriculum.
• One-to-One Support: Provide individualised support to students, addressing their academic, social, and emotional needs to help them thrive in the classroom environment.
• Behaviour Management: Implement positive behaviour management strategies, providing a calm and consistent approach to help students develop their emotional regulation and social skills.
• Collaborative Working: Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to develop tailored support plans that align with each student's needs.
• Encouraging Active Participation: Foster an inclusive and positive atmosphere, encouraging students to participate in lessons and activities while promoting confidence and independence.
• Adaptability: Be prepared to support students across various age groups (2-19), adapting approaches as necessary to meet their developmental stage and needs.

Candidate Qualities:

• Patience and Resilience: A calm and composed individual who can remain patient in challenging situations and is committed to fostering a positive learning environment.
• Energetic and Active: The role requires someone who is physically active, as it involves engaging with students in activities both inside and outside the classroom.
• Experience with SEMH and SEN: Preferably, candidates will have prior experience supporting children with SEMH needs or other special educational needs in a school or care setting.
• Team Player: Ability to work well as part of a team, taking direction from teachers and other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for students.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with young people and making a lasting impact. The role is temporary to permanent, with the potential to grow and develop within our school.

Apply today!

If you are a compassionate, proactive, and enthusiastic individual with a genuine desire to support students with SEMH and SEN needs, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.

Important Notice: For you to be successful in applying for the above position you should be eligible to work in the UK or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. Pink Tile is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. During the application process, you will be required to:
– Provide details for us to complete reference checks prior to employment.
– Provide an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one (which Pink Tile can assist with).
Pink Tile Education, their schools and candidates all share the view of "Best Fit, Every Time" and our role is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employers.
We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we sometimes cannot reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time, your application may have been unsuccessful on this specific occasion, but we encourage you to apply for positions that you may see in the future. Alternatively, please check missed calls and all your email folders as it may have been that we have tried to reach you. Thank you.