SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Are you looking for an extremely rewarding role within Primary Education?

This fantastic SEMH Teaching Assistant vacancy is the perfect opportunity for anyone who is looking to work 1:1 with pupils and has experience working with challenging behaviour or additional needs.  We are looking for an exceptional SEMH Teaching Assistant to work at a supportive primary school near Headingley, Leeds. 

SEMH Teaching Assistant responsibilities:

You will be required to provide valuable 1-1 support for two children in Year 4 with social, emotional and mental health needs and occasional, challenging behaviour. You will be expected to support the teaching and learning of this pupil academically and most importantly help manage their social and behavioural difficulties. You must follow the school’s policies and procedures. This position is to commence ASAP and will be a long-term position until the end of the academic year and potentially beyond. The pupil has a diagnosis of autism and ADHD and requires support accessing the mainstream curriculum and socialising with peers.

To be considered for the SEMH Teaching Assistant role you should have:

• A resilient, confident and supportive attitude.
• The ability to quickly build positive relationships with staff, students and parents.
• Strong and effective behaviour management.  
• Experience of working in schools and/or experience working alongside children with challenging behaviour or additional needs i.e. SEND.

SEMH Teaching Assistant Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay between £90 – £100 per day.
• 24/7 Support and feedback from experienced education consultants.
• Exposure and networking opportunities to associated schools.

Additional Requirements

• Reference details will be requested prior to registration.
• Current DBS registered with the DBS Update Service – if you do not have a DBS registered online, PK Education will provide full assistance in getting you one.

We pride ourselves on intelligently matching our supply and permanent candidates to schools, ensuring that the opportunities stretch and fulfil career ambitions.

If you would like to hear more about this SEMH Teaching Assistant role, feel free to get in touch with chloe@pkeducation.co.uk who will be happy to discuss the position further. Alternatively apply for the role today and a member of our team will aim to contact you within 24 hours.

We pride ourselves on intelligently matching our supply and permanent candidates to schools, ensuring that the opportunities stretch and fulfill career ambitions.