Teaching Assistant
HC-1607445539
£85 - £95 Per Day
Full Time
Temporary
Walsall, West Midlands
Education
Posted 2 hours ago
Expires In 29 Days
Job Description
An SEMH school in Walsall is looking for a compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistant to join their team, supporting primary-aged pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs. This is a rewarding opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is committed to helping pupils develop positive behaviours, build confidence, and re-engage with their learning.
As a Teaching Assistant in this setting, you will work closely with the class teacher to provide both whole-class and 1:1 support. You will help pupils regulate their emotions, access the curriculum, and develop social and life skills in a nurturing and structured environment.
Job Role:
- Supporting primary-aged pupils with SEMH needs and challenging behaviours.
- Providing 1:1 and small group support to help pupils manage their emotions and engage in lessons.
- Assisting the class teacher in planning and delivering creative, engaging activities.
- Using behaviour management strategies to promote positive behaviour and learning.
- Building trusting relationships with pupils to encourage personal and academic growth.
- Previous experience working with children, ideally in an SEMH or SEND setting.
- Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- A patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach.
- A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children and improving outcomes.
The Education Network Offer:
Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.
The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.
The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.
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