SEMH Teaching Assistant

We are delighted to partner with a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school for boys aged 11-16, where respect, belief, and achievement are at the heart of everything they do.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant to make a meaningful difference by supporting students on their personal and academic journeys.

Our Values:

• Respect the Journey: Foster positive relationships with students, grounded in mutual respect and shared interests such as sports, games, and gaming.
• Believe in Possibilities: Inspire students to believe in themselves, their abilities, and their potential to grow.
• Achieve Together: Build a strong sense of community, celebrate teamwork, and recognise achievements, both big and small.

The Role:

• Provide tailored support to students with SEMH needs, helping them engage positively in their learning.
• Assist in creating a safe, supportive environment where students can regulate their behaviour and thrive.
• Support students' academic, social, and emotional development, encouraging personal growth.
• Build trust-based relationships through shared interests, such as sports, gaming, music, fitness, outdoor activities, horse riding, or sailing.

Requirements:

• A genuine passion for supporting young people with SEMH needs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to form meaningful, positive relationships with students.
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential.
• A commitment to professional development and ongoing learning.

Experience, Training, and Qualifications:

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) - desirable but not essential.
• GCSEs in English and Maths.
• A minimum of 1 year's experience working with children.
• Up-to-date safeguarding training issued within the last year (or a willingness to complete).

Eligibility Requirements:

• Right to Work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS certificate on the update service (or willingness to process a new one).
• Two professional references, ideally related to working with children.

What we Offer:

• Free, accredited professional development, including safeguarding and behaviour management training.
• Access to our in-house Training and Development Team.
• Ongoing opportunities to progress and grow in your role.

How to Apply:

To be considered for this role, please submit your most up-to-date CV. Due to high volumes of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are acting as an employment business and education recruitment agency for this vacancy. Successful candidates will be required to register to take up this role.