SEMH Support Worker / Teaching Assistant

Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
Pay: £102.56 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time

TeacherActive is currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to work within a supportive school setting in Suffolk.

We are looking for a patient, enthusiastic and reliable individual who is passionate about supporting children and young people with their learning and development. You will work closely with teaching staff to provide both classroom and individual support, helping pupils remain engaged, confident and able to access their education.

The role will involve:

Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis

Assisting the class teacher with lessons and classroom activities

Supporting pupils with additional learning needs

Helping to manage behaviour positively and consistently

Encouraging pupils' independence, confidence and social development

Creating a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment

Providing additional pastoral and emotional support where required

The ideal candidate will:

Have previous experience working with children or young people

Ideally have experience within a school, SEND, care or support setting

Be patient, resilient and adaptable

Have strong communication and relationship-building skills

Be confident supporting pupils with a range of individual needs

Be available to work 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

What TeacherActive can offer:

£102.56 per day

A dedicated recruitment consultant supporting you throughout your placement

Access to a range of education opportunities across Suffolk

Competitive rates of pay

CPD and professional development opportunities

£100 referral bonus for successful referrals

If you are interested in this Learning Support Assistant role in Suffolk, please apply with your most up-to-date CV and a member of the TeacherActive team will be in touch.

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
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