SEMH Teaching Assistant

Social Emotional and Mental Health needs Assistant – Blandford Forum

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Do you have the skills and dedication to support their learning and development? If so, we want you to join our fantastic team, located in the heart of Blandford Forum!

Position: Full-Time 

The school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where our students can thrive. We cater for children aged 7 - 19 years old with a range of special educational needs, including SEMH and ASD. Our dedicated staff work closely with each student to support their unique journey towards independence and learning success.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and dynamic working environment
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• The chance to work with a passionate team of educators
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Key Responsibilities:

• Support teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated learning experiences
• Assist students on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
• Help create a safe, welcoming, and stimulating learning environment
• Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
• Monitor and track student progress, providing feedback to teachers

What We’re Looking For:

• A compassionate and patient individual with a genuine interest in working with children with special educational needs
• Relevant experience or qualifications in education, childcare, or SEN support is preferable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team
• A positive attitude and a desire to make a difference

What we offer

As part of our team, you benefit from:

· Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration).

· Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).

· Social and networking events.

· Pension contributions.

· CPD to help with your professional development.

· Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. 

We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024 

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. 

How to apply

If you are a Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed) or 07713 (phone number removed). 

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