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Are you a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Our partner SEMH School in Sunderland is seeking an enthusiastic SEMH Teaching Assistant to join there team. If you have a commitment to making a positive impact on children’s lives, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Support students with SEMH needs in a Secondary school setting, assisting with their academic, emotional, and social development.
Work closely with the class teacher to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
Assist in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and behaviour support plans.
Provide one-on-one and small group support to students, helping them to achieve their full potential.
Promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being through therapeutic and holistic approaches.Benefits:

Small class sizes, allowing for personalized attention and support for each student.
Comprehensive Continuous Professional Development (CPD) training to enhance your skills and career growth.
Competitive pay, reflective of your experience and qualifications.
A supportive and collaborative work environment with a focus on staff well-being.
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with SEMH needs.Requirements:

Previous experience working with children with SEMH needs is highly desirable.
A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to supporting students with challenging behaviours.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
A commitment to creating a positive and inclusive learning environmentWHY WORK FOR EDUCATION WORLD:

Long-established partnerships with many local schools.
Excellent rates of pay on PAYE structure (no umbrella companies).
Expert advice and guidance from our friendly team, many of whom are ex-teachers.
Round-the-clock support from your dedicated consultant.
Exciting opportunities to work in various schools, key stages, and areas.
Flexible work arrangements to fit around personal commitments.
Paid work opportunities during school holidays.
Uncapped referral bonuses for each education professional referred.
Free enhanced DBS check (TsCs apply) and access to specially discounted CPD courses.Education World is a renowned local education recruitment agency, known for exceptional service to both supply staff and partner schools. We focus on connecting education professionals with the right schools and roles. Proudly partnering with schools across the North East, we fill day-to-day, short-term, and long-term positions.

Education World is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and dedicated to safeguarding the welfare of children in education. All safeguarding and compliance checks are conducted in line with REC guidelines. Visit our Trustpilot page to read first-hand reviews of our outstanding service from past and present EW supply staff (rated 4.9/5 stars).

Apply now to make a difference in the lives of students with special needs