SEN Teaching Assistant - SEMH Focus

Are you someone who thrives in a challenging but incredibly rewarding environment? Do you have the resilience, patience, and determination to support young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

We are working with a specialist SEN school in Dover that is looking to appoint a committed and confident SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of pupils who need consistency, structure, and strong role models.

The Role: You will be supporting students with SEMH needs, both in and out of the classroom. This will involve building strong, trusting relationships, helping to regulate behaviour, and supporting pupils to engage in learning and develop socially and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities:

As a SEN Teaching Assistant you will:

Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour in a calm and consistent manner Support students in developing emotional regulation and coping strategies Work closely with teaching staff and senior leaders to implement support plans Create a safe, structured and positive learning environmentWhat We're Looking For:

A resilient, calm and confident individual who can handle challenging behaviour Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport quickly Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, or in similar settings (desirable but not essential) A proactive, team-focused attitude with a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learnersWhy This Role? Working in a specialist SEMH setting is unlike any other role in education. It's challenging, no doubt-but it's also hugely rewarding. You'll have the chance to positively impact young people's lives, helping them overcome barriers and achieve outcomes they may never have thought possible.

If you're looking for a role where no two days are the same, and where your impact is genuinely meaningful, this could be the perfect next step.

To be a SEN Teaching Assistant - Apply now or contact Ollie Mynard at Academics Ltd: Become a SEN Teaching Assistant today!

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