SEMH Teaching ssistant

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (Level 4 Qualified/HLTA) Location: Walsall Contract: Full-time Start Date: ASAP Salary: £87.30 per day (depending on experience and qualifications) Job Description: We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant (Level 4 Qualified or HLTA) to join a primary or SEN school. This is a full-time role with an immediate start, where you will support children with a wide range of complex social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. Many of the students you will work with have a diagnosis on the autistic spectrum as well as additional learning difficulties. You will need to be compassionate, resilient, and equipped to manage challenging behaviours. Key Requirements: Level 4 qualification in education or HLTA status Previous experience in a primary or SEN school environment Ideally, trained in Team Teach or Positive Handling Experience supporting students with SEMH needs and autism spectrum conditions Must have an up-to-date DBS on the Update Service 24 months of verifiable references Availability for an immediate start  Benefits: Competitive pay rate depending on experience and qualifications Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students' lives Supportive school environment with professional development opportunities  If you meet the criteria and are ready to start immediately, we would love to hear from you