SEMH SEND Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

Location: Sutton, SM5
Working Hours: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Age Range: 5–16 years (Primary and Secondary)

Are you an experienced professional with a background in supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs or challenging behaviours? We are seeking dedicated individuals to join a dynamic special school catering to students aged 5-16. We require individuals who are reliable, enthusiastic, and passionate about making a difference in students' lives.

About the Role:

1. Provide tailored support to students with SEMH or challenging behaviours.
2. Work 1:1 with students to help them achieve their personal and academic goals.
3. Be prepared to walk around the school and engage in physical activities as required.
4. Work collaboratively within a supportive team to foster a safe and engaging learning environment.
5. Adapt teaching strategies to meet individual student needs and contribute to their overall development.

Requirements:

1. Previous experience working with students with SEMH or managing challenging behaviours.
2. Reliable, enthusiastic, and dedicated to supporting students.
3. Comfortable working 1:1 with students and providing personalised support.
4. Physically prepared to walk around the school and engage with students throughout the day.
5. A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach.
6. Ability to engage and build positive relationships with students.

If you are interested, then please contact Patsy Boguzas on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1031 and click on the apply button.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £150 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Contact: Patsy Boguzas
Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1031