About the role
1:1 Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEMH)
Location: Bournemouth
Position Type: Full-time
Starting Date: September 2025 or as soon as possible
About Us:
This Alternative Provision in Bournemouth is a specialised school dedicated to creating a supportive and nurturing environment for students age 6 - 16 years with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, ASD, and various other needs including trauma, school phobia Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD). The schools' mission is to empower every student to achieve their potential and develop essential life skills in a safe, inclusive, and stimulating setting.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated 1:1 Special Needs Teaching Assistant to work closely with students who require tailored support in their learning journey. The ideal candidate will have experience in working with children with SEN/SEMH needs and will be committed to fostering a positive and productive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Provide individual support to students with SEMH needs, adapting teaching methods to meet their unique learning requirements.
2. Assist in the planning and implementation of Educational Health Care plans (EHCPs) and behaviour intervention strategies.
3. Create a supportive and inclusive atmosphere that encourages students to express their feelings and build self-confidence.
4. Collaborate with teaching staff and other professionals to track student progress and share insights on behavioral and emotional development.
5. Facilitate positive social interactions among students and help develop their emotional regulation and social skills.
6. Maintain accurate records of student achievements and progress, and communicate effectively with staff and parents.
7. Support the development of a safe and engaging classroom environment through the preparation of resources and materials.
Qualifications:
8. Experience working with children or young people with SEN/SEMH needs, preferably in an educational setting.
9. Relevant qualifications (such as Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or equivalent) are preferred but not essential.
10. Understanding of the challenges faced by students with SEMH and the ability to employ effective de-escalation techniques.
11. Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
12. Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of students with SEMH needs.
13. A proactive approach to professional development and willingness to engage in relevant training opportunities.
What we offer
As part of our team, you benefit from:
· Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration).
· Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
· Social and networking events.
· Pension contributions.
· CPD to help with your professional development.
· Access to a dedicated consultant.
About us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.
We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024.
We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.