SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Weymouth

Salary: £13.75 an hour

Start Date: Immediate / Negotiable

SEN Teaching Assistant

Do you have a passion for helping young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs?
If so, this SEMH Teaching Assistant role could be the perfect opportunity for you!

The Role:

You will be responsible for supporting classroom teachers in providing the best support possible to students ranging in the ages 5-16 years old, with various SEN and behavioural difficulties such as:

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)
• Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
• Conduct Disorder (CD)
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD)
  • Speech and Language Difficulties
  • Other behavioural needs

An SEMH Teaching Assistant plays a vital role in supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. They work closely with teachers and other professionals to create:

• A safe, inclusive learning environment
• Provide tailored support
• Help students develop coping strategies, social skills, and confidence to succeed both academically and personally

Who We Are Looking For:

• SEMH experience
• SEN(D) experience
• Able to collaborate with teachers and other support staff
• Understanding of positive behaviour support strategies
• Able to de-escalate challenging situations calmly and safely

Working Hours/Benefits:

• Full time, part time and flexible availability applicants will be considered for this role
• Monday-Friday, 08:30-15:30
• Term Time Only
• 12.07% Holiday Pay
• Access to CPD-accredited SEND training courses

If you’re passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people and want to be part of a supportive team that values your contribution, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the first step toward an inspiring career as an SEMH Teaching Assistant!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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