SEN Teaching Assistant in Thrapston

SEN / SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: North East Northamptonshire

Contract: Full-time, Long-term

Start Date: ASAP

Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a strong background supporting pupils with SEN, SEMH and behavioural needs? Tradewind Recruitment is currently looking for a proactive and resilient SEN / SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a school in North East Northamptonshire, supporting secondary-aged students with a range of additional needs and behavioural challenges.

Responsibilities

• Supporting secondary-aged students with SEN and SEMH needs
• Providing classroom and targeted 1:1 support where required
• Supporting students who present with challenging or dysregulated behaviour
• Building positive, trusting relationships with students
• Encouraging engagement with learning and helping students overcome barriers
• Promoting positive behaviour and helping students develop appropriate strategies
• Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff and the wider school team
• Supporting students both academically and emotionally throughout the school day
• Being proactive in identifying when students require additional support
• Maintaining a calm, consistent and positive approach

Requirements

• Has previous experience working with children or young people with SEN, SEMH and/or behavioural needs
• Is confident supporting secondary-aged students
• Is proactive, resilient and able to use their initiative
• Has strong behaviour management skills
• Can remain calm and consistent when faced with challenging situations
• Is confident building relationships with students who may be reluctant to engage
• Has a patient, positive and nurturing approach
• Can work effectively as part of a wider school team
• Is reliable and committed to providing consistent support

This would suit an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, SEMH Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Learning Support Assistant or Youth Worker with relevant experience.