Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

SEMH Secondary School

Location: Kidderminster
Start Date: Immediate Start
Contract: Long-Term Ongoing
Pay: £92.59 – 120 per day

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential?

We are seeking a committed and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) secondary school in Kidderminster. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for someone who thrives in a challenging yet highly rewarding environment.

The school supports students aged 11-16 who have a range of social, emotional and mental health needs. Most pupils are working towards Entry Level and Foundation Skills qualifications, while some are also studying towards selected GCSE qualifications. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping students engage with learning, develop positive relationships, and build confidence both inside and outside the classroom.

The Role:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons.
• Support students working towards Entry Level, Functional Skills and GCSE qualifications.
• Help manage behaviour positively and consistently in line with school policies.
• Encourage emotional regulation, independence and social development.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students who may have experienced barriers to education.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals to support individual learning plans.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN, SEMH, challenging behaviour or additional needs.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to remain positive and proactive in a fast-paced environment.
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people.
• Team Teach training is desirable but not essential.

Why Join Monarch Education?

• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle
• Leading provider, Government Commercial Agency (GCA)
• Free CPD and safeguarding training
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Dedicated consultant support

All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.

Monarch Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment and DBS checks.

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