Social, Emotional, Mental Health (SEMH) Teaching Assistant (TA) required, Pontefract!

Maze Recruitment Group are currently looking for a SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA). We are working with a mainstream Primary School in Pontefract who are looking to recruit an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to work within various Key Stages supporting both the full classes, small groups and 1:1 at different points of the week.

As a SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA) you will support both the class teachers in full class/small group work and parts of the week on a 1:1 basis with the specific young people.

Our client school is looking for the right person to start ASAP, working full time Monday to Friday.

The Role:

• Working both in full class support, small groups and 1:1 within various Key Stages.
• Be able to adapt to the needs of the child in lessons and assist them in their school day.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage the children to stay on task.
• Clarifying and explaining any questions or instructions given to the pupil.
• Support the class teacher with any additional duties.

Requirements:

• Experience working with people with learning difficulties is essential as you will be working with pupils from different backgrounds.
• Experience in a SEN education setting is ideal.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willing to carry one out.
• A calm nature is essential as you will be working with vulnerable pupils.

Working with MRG

• We have been working with schools in West and South Yorkshire for 20 years. We work directly with a lot of headteachers and trusts due to our long-standing relationships.
• We pay all our staff in line with AWR so your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee from day one.
• You will have a dedicated education consultant who work on your behalf and offer ongoing support and guidance.
• You will have access to whole range of Accredited CPD free of charge.
• You have access to our Referral Scheme where you can earn up to £200 bonus for each of your friends you refer to us, once they have a qualified period of time.
• You have the opportunity to win exciting rewards and bonus’.

How to apply

You can apply for this role below or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications, and all teachers require a formally recognised teaching qualification.

Maze Recruitment Group is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3-5 days.

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