SEMH Teaching Assistant (Secondary)

Role: SEMH Teaching Assistant (Secondary)
Location: Sheffield
Salary Scale: £86 to £100 per day
Start Date: ASAP

Are you a compassionate and dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of secondary students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We have an exciting opportunity for you! Our schools in Sheffield are searching for empathetic SEMH Teaching Assistants to join our team immediately, offering a rewarding chance to support students facing unique challenges.

About Us:
Our schools in Sheffield are committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment tailored to the individual needs of students with SEMH. As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping secondary students overcome barriers to learning while supporting their emotional and social well-being. We pride ourselves on being a collaborative and passionate team, dedicated to delivering exceptional care and education.

The Role:
As a Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students who experience a range of social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Personalised Support: Provide tailored assistance to help students engage with the curriculum and develop coping strategies for emotional challenges.
2. Behaviour Management: Implement positive behaviour strategies to maintain a supportive learning environment.
3. Emotional and Social Development: Foster a safe and caring atmosphere, offering guidance to help students build resilience, confidence, and self-esteem.
4. Collaboration: Work closely with teachers, parents, and external professionals to ensure each student’s holistic development.
5. Team Teach: While prior training in Team Teach is preferred, it is not essential. We offer free Team Teach training to successful candidates.

Requirements:
• Experience as an SEMH Teaching Assistant or in a similar role, particularly in secondary education.
• Strong empathy, patience, and dedication to supporting students with SEMH.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and the ability to work collaboratively within a supportive team.
• Experience with behaviour management techniques is desirable, though Team Teach training will be provided if necessary.

Benefits:
• A competitive daily rate of £86-£100.
• Full-time position with an immediate start.
• Access to professional development and specialised training, including free Team Teach training.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of secondary students by offering personalised and impactful support.

If you are a passionate SEMH Teaching Assistant ready to support secondary students in overcoming emotional and social challenges, we would love to hear from you!

Please Note: This role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants must complete an enhanced DBS check.

For more information or to “apply”, please contact our consultant Mitch Stringer at (url removed). We look forward to welcoming you to our team!