Job SummaryWe are looking for a passionate and resilient Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a welcoming school setting in Northumberland.This is a full-time, term-time role ideal for someone experienced in behaviour support, who is committed to making a positive difference in children’s lives.Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and group support for pupils with SEN and SEMH
Support children with behaviour regulation and emotional needs
Work collaboratively with teachers and the SENCO to implement individual support plans
Assist with classroom activities and differentiated learning
Use positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques
Encourage pupil independence and engagement in learning

Requirements

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) – Essential
Experience working with SEN and/or SEMH children – Preferred
Strong behaviour management and communication skills
Ability to stay calm under pressure and work with empathy and patience
Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to apply)

The Education Network Offer: Our specialist team boasts extensive combined experience and an unrivalled reputation within the education sector. We take great pride in delivering consistently high service levels to both schools and candidates. Our approach is honest, efficient, and designed to offer a recruitment solution tailored to your needs. Additionally, we provide opportunities for further training and development to enhance your career. You will work in a friendly, caring, and supportive environment where every child matters. Our highly committed and hardworking consultants will strive to find roles that suit your professional aspirations. We also offer excellent rates of pay and ongoing opportunities for professional growth. The Education Network is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to our comprehensive vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices and maintain the highest standards of compliance. We are an equal opportunities employer, and The Education Network operates as a recruitment agency for this role. Due to the high volume of applications, we will contact shortlisted candidates within three days. Data Privacy and Processing By applying for this role, you are agreeing for The Education Network to process and store your personal data, including your CV and application form, for the purposes of recruitment. The Education Network is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in accordance with GDPR. Your information will be kept securely and will not be shared with third parties without your consent. We will retain your data for up to 24 months unless you request us to delete it earlier. You have the right to request access to, amend, or delete your data at any time by contacting Neville Wood at The Education Network.The Education Network Offer:Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.

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