SEMH Secondary Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEMH Secondary Teaching Assistant (SEMH Support) Location: SEMH School (ages 5-18) Contract: Temporary to Permanent, 12 working weeksStart Date: As soon as possible Daily Rate: £127 per day, temp to perm.Job Opportunity: Learning Support Assistant for SEMH and SEN Students Location: Between Billingshurst and HorshamWe are working closely with a beautiful and prestigious school set in 23 acres of rural grounds, complete with farm animals, catering to boys aged 5-18 years with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, along with other Special Educational Needs (SEN). We are seeking passionate and enthusiasticLearning Support Assistants for both primary and secondary roles, to join their supportive and nurturing team. This school offers a unique working environment with state-of-the-art facilities, beautiful surroundings, and a highly specialised approach to supporting students with complex needs. With a strong commitment to staff training, innovation, and outstanding practices, this is an incredible opportunity for anyone looking to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and young people. Key Responsibilities:Support Students in Class: Assist teachers in delivering engaging, structured lessons and activities tailored to the unique needs of each student, helping them access the curriculum. One-to-One Support: Provide individualised support, addressing students' academic, social, and emotional needs, enabling them to thrive in the classroom. Behaviour Management: Implement positive behaviour management strategies to help students develop emotional regulation and social skills, offering a calm, consistent approach. Collaborative Working: Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other staff to develop tailored support plans for each student's specific needs. Encouraging Active Participation: Foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere, encouraging students to participate in lessons and activities, promoting confidence and independence. Adaptability: Support students across various age groups (5-18), adjusting approaches to meet their developmental stage and needs. Candidate Qualities:Patience and Resilience: You'll need to stay calm and composed in challenging situations, with a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. Energetic and Active: The role requires physical engagement with students, both inside and outside the classroom. Experience with SEMH and SEN: Ideally, candidates will have experience supporting children with SEMH or other additional needs in a school or care setting. Team Player: Ability to collaborate with teachers and other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for students. Driver Preferred: As the school is in a rural location, having your own transport would be ideal. If you are passionate about supporting young people in their education and feel confident working with those who have experienced trauma or challenging behaviour, we would love to hear from you. Please also provide details on why you feel you would be a strong candidate for this role.We look forward to hearing from you soon!Apply today!Important Notice: For you to be successful in applying for the above position you should be eligible to work in the UK or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. Pink Tile is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. During the application process, you will be required to:- Provide details for us to complete reference checks prior to employment.- Provide an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one (which Pink Tile can assist with).Pink Tile Education, their schools and candidates all share the view of "Best Fit, Every Time" and our role is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employers. We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we sometimes cannot reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time, your application may have been unsuccessful on this specific occasion, but we encourage you to apply for positions that you may see in the future. Alternatively, please check missed calls and all your email folders as it may have been that we have tried to reach you. Thank you.