SEMH Teaching Assistant
| Job title: | SEMH Teaching Assistant |
| Contract type: | Permanent |
| Location: | Raunds |
| Industry: | Secondary |
| Salary: | £90 - £100 per day |
| Reference: | SEMHTASEC_1762242234 |
| Contact name: | Aspire People Limited |
| Contact email: | Alex@aspirepeople.co.uk |
Job description
Job Role: SEMH Specialist Teaching AssistantLocation: Northamptonshire
Start Date: Immediate
Salary: £90-£100 per day
Contract: Full Time, Temp-to-Perm
About the School:
A vibrant and inclusive secondary school, dedicated to supporting the individual needs of all students. The school is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment where all students, including those with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, can thrive academically and personally.
Here at Aspire People, we are currently looking for enthusiastic and dedicated SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistants to join a successful and supportive Learning Support team. If you have experience working with secondary-age pupils with SEMH needs and are passionate about making a positive difference in students' lives, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide tailored support to secondary-age students with SEMH needs within the classroom and on a 1:1 or small group basis
* Assist in the delivery of differentiated lessons to meet the individual needs of students
* Support students in managing their emotions, behaviours, and social interactions
* Work closely with the teaching staff and SENCO to develop and implement individual learning plans
* Monitor and record students' progress, and provide feedback to teachers and parents
* Help create a positive, inclusive, and calm learning environment for students
* Contribute to the broader life of the school, supporting school activities and initiatives where required
The Ideal Candidate:
* Experience working with secondary-age pupils with SEMH needs (preferred)
* A passion for supporting students with diverse needs and helping them to achieve their full potential
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents
* A proactive and patient approach to supporting students
* A relevant qualification in supporting students with additional needs (e.g., Level 2/3 TA qualification, or equivalent)
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Understanding of safeguarding policies and a commitment to the wellbeing of students
Who are Aspire People?
Aspire People is the UK's fastest growing education recruitment agency and we specialise in providing teaching and support staff to schools across the Midlands and surrounding regions. We focus on delivering high-quality service to all candidates and clients, working closely with primary, secondary, and SEN schools to match them with qualified professionals, including teachers, teaching assistants, and administrative staff. We are fully commitment to safeguarding and have built a strong reputation for reliability, expertise, and a people-first approach in the education sector.
Why join Aspire People?
* Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way
* Opportunities to gain experience across a range of local settings
* Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term, and day-to-day roles.
* Competitive pay with multiple payment options
* Refer a friend scheme which can earn £100-£250 per person
* Access to free CPD and training opportunities
Next Steps
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Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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