Teaching Assistant

Are you driven to support young people who face social, emotional, and behavioural challenges? Do you thrive in roles where every day brings a new opportunity to make a real difference? Teaching Personnel is working closely with a specialist setting in the Leigh area that supports pupils with SEMH needs, and we are looking for a committed compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their team!

The Role:

-          Support pupils in small groups and on a 1:1 basis, focusing on emotional regulation, behaviour management, and engagement in learning

-          Build trusting relationships with students to encourage participation and progress

-          Assist the class teacher in delivering a tailored curriculum that supports both academic and emotional development

-          Support with de-escalation techniques and restorative practices when required

Ideal Candidate:

-          Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, or additional learning needs

-          A patient, calm, and empathetic approach to supporting challenging behaviour

-          A genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children

-          A Team Teach qualification (desirable but not essential)

Successful applicants will be subject to standard vetting checks, including two school / education-based references & a DBS. 

Applicants must be able to provide an Overseas Police Check if applicant has been outside the UK for more than 6 months in the past 5 years. 

Please apply today with your updated CV if you are interested in this new SEMH Teaching Assistant role!

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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