SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Islington

Type: Full-Time

Working Hours; 08:30 am - 15:45 pm

Start Date: April / May 2025

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children? Join our warm and innovative Special Needs School, where we empower students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs to thrive both academically and personally.

About UsWe are seeking individuals to work within a school where every child is celebrated for their unique strengths. We’re dedicated to creating an inclusive environment that nurtures growth, resilience, and confidence. Our team is a close-knit community that values creativity, compassion, and the drive to help each student succeed.

The RoleAs a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide Personalized Support: Work 1:1 and in small groups with students, adapting lesson materials and strategies to meet their diverse needs.

• Enhance Learning Experiences: Assist classroom teachers in delivering engaging lessons that are tailored for SEMH support.

• Foster Positive Behaviours: Implement proven behaviour management techniques and help students develop essential social skills.

• Collaborate with Staff: Work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to monitor progress and celebrate every achievement.

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine passion for working with children who have SEMH needs.

• Empathy, patience, and excellent communication skills.

• Previous experience in a special needs setting is advantageous.

• A proactive team player who thrives in a dynamic, supportive environment.

• Commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of every child.

Why choose Engage?

We put the ambitions of our teachers first, ensuring you have the support to teach the way you want to, and pride ourselves on providing high levels of service to our teachers and support staff.

We are widely-recognised, giving us the reach we need to secure reliable work for our supply teachers.

We offer an excellent 'refer-a-friend’ scheme that pays you £50 for every teacher you refer to us (after they work 10 days or more).

We pay our teachers in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid the same as a permanent employee, regardless of how many days you work.

You will have your own dedicated consultant, who is fully-trained to answer all your questions and provide ongoing support and guidance.

We will also invite you to our CPD training sessions, which are delivered by our in-house team of former senior leaders, and are entirely free to attend!

I’m interested - how do I apply?

Great! If you meet the criteria to become a supply teacher with Engage, you can apply below or contact us directly.

All applicants require the appropriate qualifications and training.

If you don’t hear from us within 2 working days, unfortunately you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we’ll keep your CV on file and get in touch if something suitable comes up. (You can still apply for our other roles, too!)

Engage Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

By applying for this role, you are consenting to Engage Education Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements.

We look forward to working with you!