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SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: a day ago

Salary: £ 90 - 130 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Ferryhill

Expire in: a month

Job Description

SEMH SEND Teaching Assistant – Ferryhill Primary School

Start Date: January
Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Location: Ferryhill
Contract: Supply with Temp-to-Perm Opportunity

Are you passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are looking for a dedicated SEMH SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Ferryhill. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference and potentially secure a permanent role.

What you’ll be doing:

Providing one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs
Helping children manage emotions and develop positive coping strategies
Assisting with classroom activities and tailored learning interventions
Building strong, trusting relationships to promote engagement and progress
Working closely with teachers and pastoral teams to create a safe, supportive environment
What we’re looking for:

Calm, patient and resilient, with a genuine passion for helping children thrive
Strong communication and behaviour management skills
Ability to adapt to challenging situations and maintain a positive approach
Experience supporting children with SEMH or SEND needs is desirable
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting inclusion
Requirements:

Previous experience in a SEND or SEMH setting preferred
Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)
This role offers the chance to start on supply and progress to a permanent position for the right candidate. Apply today and take the next step in your career supporting children who need you most.

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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