Full-time Teaching Assistant

Position: Full-Time Teaching Assistant (Term Time Only)
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:20 am - 4pm (Term Time Only)

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) and behavioural needs? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support students at KS3/KS4 level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with SEMH and behavioural needs in a classroom environment.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored interventions and differentiated learning activities.
• Support students in managing their emotions and behaviour, promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Help students to develop social skills, resilience, and self-regulation strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour plans.
• Monitor and report on student progress, providing feedback to teaching staff and contributing to review meetings.

• Experience working with young people with SEMH and behavioural needs (essential).
• Ability to commit to full-time work during term time.
• Strong communication skills and a patient, empathetic approach.
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the update service or willing to apply for one.
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable students and helping them achieve their full potential.

• Build experience in school settings.
• Short-term, long-term and temp to perm opportunities.
• CPD and Team Teach training.
• A supportive working environment focused on teamwork and student well-being.

If you are committed to making a positive impact and have the skills to support young people with SEMH and behavioural needs, we would love to hear from you!

Application Process: Please submit your CV and we will be in touch to discuss your application.

TimePlan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. TimePlan Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.