Overview
Are you a passionate and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant with experience supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students aged 11-16 who require additional support due to SEMH needs. You will provide both one-to-one and small group support, helping students to engage positively with their education and achieve their full potential.
Responsibilities
- Supporting students with SEMH needs within the classroom and around the school environment.
- Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
- Assisting with behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation.
- Supporting students with their academic progress and social development.
- Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and external professionals.
- Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive engagement in learning.
Qualifications
- Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs.
- Experience within a secondary school, alternative provision, youth work, care, or support setting.
- Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- A calm, patient, and resilient approach.
- A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people.
