Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive is proud to be working with an SEMH setting based in Thrapston, which caters for pupils across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and Key Stage 4 / KS4. The setting provides a supportive environment for young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health / SEMH needs, helping pupils to engage positively with their education. The setting is looking to take on a Teaching Assistant on a full–time, permanent basis, starting ASAP. The successful Teaching Assistant will support pupils with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour, helping them to access learning, manage their emotions and behaviours, and develop positive relationships within the setting. The successful Teaching Assistant will have: Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needsExperience managing challenging behaviour effectivelyA strong understanding of the barriers to learning faced by pupils with SEMH needsThe ability to build positive and professional relationships with young peopleA resilient, patient and adaptable approachExcellent communication and teamwork skills In return for the above you can expect to receive: Professional development, including support for professional qualifications, in–house training and paid qualifications, with approximately GBP3,500 invested per colleague last yearDeath in Service Insurance providing four times your salary and enhanced Maternity/Paternity LeaveMedicash health and wellbeing cashback for you and your dependants, covering eligible costs including optical, dental, prescriptions and holistic treatments up to GBP900 annuallyMonthly, Quarterly and Annual Recognition Awards, plus a GBP500 referral bonus for referring top talentAccess to the MiRewards benefits platform, offering a range of discounts and rewardsWeekly drop–ins with Senior Leaders, an Annual Group Conference and a comprehensive benefits review If you are interested in this Teaching Assistant position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity. EMAIL: (url removed) CONTACT NUMBER: (phone number removed) About TeacherActive TeacherActive is one of the UK s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.