Details:
- Salary: £95 - 110 - Day
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Uxbridge
- Date: 3 weeks ago
Description:
We are recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a highly supportive, therapeutic school environment.
This role goes beyond traditional classroom support — it’s about building trust, repairing relationships, and helping young people succeed where they’ve previously struggled.
The Role
Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and additional needs
Help pupils regulate emotions and re-engage with learning
Build strong, consistent relationships with students
Support a trauma-informed, structured approach to behaviour
Work closely with a multidisciplinary team (teachers, therapists, pastoral staff)
We’re Looking For
Experience working with SEMH, behaviour or vulnerable young people
Strong emotional resilience and patience
A calm, consistent and empathetic approach
Ability to de-escalate challenging situations effectively
Passion for supporting students who need it most
What You’ll Get
Extensive training in behaviour, SEMH and trauma-informed practice
Small class sizes and strong staff support
A genuinely rewarding role where progress is visible
Career pathways into teaching, therapy or pastoral leadership
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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