Location: Brighton Area
Salary: £85.50 per day
Hours: 8:45am – 3:15pm
Start Date: September
Due to ongoing growth within the SEMH Middle School we support, Masterclass are looking to appoint three dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistants to join the team in September.
This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people with social, emotional and mental health needs at a crucial stage in their education. You will play a key role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, build resilience and achieve positive outcomes both academically and personally.
The Role
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:
* Support pupils with SEMH needs within the classroom and in small group settings
* Build positive, trusting relationships with young people
* Help create a safe, structured and engaging learning environment
* Assist the class teacher in delivering creative and inclusive lessons
* Support pupils with emotional regulation and social development
* Promote positive behaviour and encourage engagement in learning
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
* Is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs
* Has experience working with children or young people (SEMH, SEND or alternative provision experience desirable)
* Is patient, resilient and calm under pressure
* Can build strong, professional relationships with pupils and staff
* Works well as part of a collaborative team
Masterclass Education provide CPD recognised online training, covering subjects such as Safeguarding, Autism Awareness, Understanding Child Development, Violence Reduction, and more, to all our candidates.
Must have:
* Ability to work well independently and as a team
* Has a passion to support and empower children and young people
* A DBS on the Updates Service or willing to obtain one
* Commitment to safeguarding students and young people
Master Class are the leaders across the UK in providing a unique, personal, and bespoke service to our schools and candidates.
Masterclass Education offer many amazing benefits:
* Weekly pay (PAYE)
* A fantastic holiday scheme
* Specialised consultants on hand to help you with advice and support
* MCE Learning portal, you will have free access to all our online learning in the latest education developments (CPD recognised).
* Flexible work options to work around your personal circumstances.
Our focus at Masterclass is, and always will be, on helping education professionals find their dream position in a school where they will be able to truly excel. We are always happy to support ECTs and encourage applications from all Teachers and TAs of every experience and scale.
Masterclass Education work exclusively with a large amount of Primary, Secondary and SEN schools across the area who look for MCE staff to be with them on daily cover, short- and long-term contracts. Masterclasses are a part of the REC and Crown Commercial Service, offering the most valued and trusted service.
Masterclass Education are disability confident and therefore if you require any adjustments through the interview/registration process please do get in contact.
We look forward to your application or any questions you may have
Salary description
£85.50 - £92.36 per day