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SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistant
Job Posted: 11 days ago
Salary: £ 92 - 105 / Day
Job Type: Permanent
Location: West Yorkshire
Expire in: 17 days
Job Description
1:1 SEMH/SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Wakefield / Leeds / Huddersfield / Halifax
Contract: Full-time / Term-time only
Pay: £92 - £105 a day
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 SEMH/SEND Teaching Assistant to join our West Yorkshire Schools. This role involves working closely with a pupil who has Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) and/or additional needs and disabilities. You'll be providing tailored, consistent support to help them engage positively in learning and school life.
Key Responsibilities
Provide individualised 1:1 support to a pupil with SEMH/SEND needs.
Help the pupil regulate emotions, develop social skills, and build resilience.
Implement strategies from EHCPs, behaviour plans and staff guidance.
Work collaboratively with SENCO, class teachers and external professionals.
Create a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for the pupil.
Support academic tasks, engagement in lessons and positive behaviour.
Record and report progress, incidents and achievements appropriately.
We are looking for someone who is:
Patient, empathetic and calm under pressure.
Passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
Able to build strong, trusting relationships with young people.
Confident using de-escalation strategies and restorative approaches.
Adaptable and proactive, with a positive “can-do” attitude.
Experienced in SEMH/SEND settings (desirable but not essential).
Willing to undertake relevant training.
If you think this is the ideal role for you, please click ‘Apply’ and send your CV.
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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.
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