SEMH Teaching Assistant

Start Date: October 2024
Employment Type: Full-time, Temporary (with potential for permanent placement)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
About Us:
Teaching Personnel is a leading education recruitment agency dedicated to connecting talented individuals with schools across the UK. We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) Teaching Assistant to join a secondary school in Stockport. This role is vital in supporting students with SEMH needs, helping them achieve their academic and personal goals.
Role Overview:
As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students who require additional support due to social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Your primary responsibilities will include:
- Supporting Individual Students: Provide tailored assistance to students with SEMH needs during lessons and activities.
- Creating a Positive Learning Environment: Foster an inclusive atmosphere that encourages student participation and engagement.
- Implementing Strategies: Work alongside teachers to implement individualized learning plans and behavioural strategies.
- Monitoring Progress: Track student progress and report any concerns or achievements to teaching staff.
- Building Relationships: Establish trusting relationships with students to promote their well-being and confidence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting in Classroom Activities: Support teachers in delivering lessons by providing one-on-one or small group assistance.
- Behaviour Management: Help manage classroom behaviour by implementing positive reinforcement techniques and de-escalation strategies.
- Emotional Support: Offer emotional support to students experiencing difficulties, helping them navigate their feelings and challenges.
- Collaboration with Staff: Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs (Special Educational Needs Coordinators), and other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for students.
- Professional Development: Engage in ongoing training opportunities provided by Teaching Personnel to enhance your skills in supporting SEMH students.
Qualifications:

- Previous experience working with children or young people, particularly those with SEMH needs.
- A relevant qualification such as Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with students from diverse backgrounds.
- Patience, empathy, and resilience when dealing with challenging situations.
Why Join Us?
At Teaching Personnel, we value our staff and offer:
- Competitive pay rates
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- A supportive team environment
- The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people
If you are passionate about supporting students with SEMH needs and want to be part of a dedicated team at a secondary school in Stockport starting October 2024, we would love to hear from you!

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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