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Teaching Assistant – SEMH & SEN (Secondary)
Location: Leicester (LE19)
Pay: Competitive, paid weekly
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
Do you have experience supporting secondary-aged students with SEMH or SEN needs?
We are looking for a passionate, resilient Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school supporting pupils with Autism (ASD) and social, emotional & mental health challenges.
What You’ll Do
Support KS3/KS4 students 1:1 and in small groups
Assist in delivering tailored learning plans
Implement behaviour management strategies to keep lessons positive and engaging
Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and therapists to support student progress
What We’re Looking For
Experience with SEMH/SEN or secondary-aged pupils (essential)
Patience, empathy, and resilience
Ability to build trust and encourage positive progress
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Experience working with young people (Professional or Personal)
Why Join Us?
Competitive weekly pay
Ongoing training & CPD opportunities
Dedicated consultant support
Opportunity to work with the UK’s largest education recruitment agency
If you are interested in the role please apply with your CV. Be aware this role will require a Enhanced Childworkforce DBS, if you do not posess this an applciation will need to be made which we will support you with.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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