SEMH Teaching Assistant
South Gloucestershire
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £14.26 - £18.00 per hour

Do you have experience supporting children with SEMH and challenging behaviour?
Are you confident working with pupils across both primary and secondary age groups?
Do you have the resilience and consistency to build positive relationships with young people?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist provision in South Gloucestershire that supports pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs. The setting provides a structured and nurturing environment, focusing on emotional regulation, behaviour support and helping pupils re-engage with learning in a safe and supportive way.

The school is looking to appoint a SEMH Teaching Assistant on a full-time, long term basis with an immediate start. The successful SEMH Teaching Assistant will support pupils across primary and secondary ages, working 1:1 and in small groups to manage behaviour, support learning and provide consistent pastoral support.

The successful SEMH Teaching Assistant will have:
• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or challenging behaviour
• A background in pastoral, youth work or alternative provision is advantageous
• Team Teach training is beneficial or willingness to develop this skill
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• The ability to build strong relationships and engage pupils effectively

In return for the above you can expect to receive:
• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and placing teachers and support staff into rewarding roles. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and placing teachers and support staff into rewarding roles. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.