SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Dover, Kent Salary: Competitive - dependent on experience Contract: Long-term Temporary (minimum 12 months) - Potential Permanent Opportunity Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people?

Classroom Support is currently recruiting for a dedicated, enthusiastic and resilient Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in the Dover area. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a committed and supportive staff team, working within a nurturing environment that places equal importance on academic progress, emotional development and personal achievement.

The school supports children and young people aged 6-16 with a range of complex needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties, Autism (ASC/ASD), ADHD, attachment difficulties and associated learning and behavioural needs.

Initially, you will be providing dedicated support to a named pupil, helping them access learning, develop positive relationships and achieve their individual potential. You will also play an important role in supporting their wider emotional, social and personal development.

This is a long-term opportunity, initially offered on a temporary basis for a minimum of 12 months, with the potential to become permanent as the school continues to grow. What does the role involve?

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a named pupil with complex learning and behavioural needs.
• Supporting pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD and associated additional needs.
• Helping pupils access the curriculum and engage positively with classroom activities.
• Supporting emotional regulation, social development and positive behaviour.
• Building trusting relationships and providing consistent, positive encouragement.
• Managing challenging situations calmly and confidently.
• Working closely with teaching staff and other professionals to support individual learning and development.
• Contributing to a nurturing, structured and therapeutic learning environment.
• Supporting pupils beyond the classroom to ensure a positive all-round educational experience.

What we're looking for

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or within a similar support role.
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, particularly SEMH, ASD or ADHD.
• Confidence supporting pupils with complex behavioural and learning needs.
• A high level of emotional intelligence, patience and resilience.
• The ability to remain calm and consistent when managing challenging behaviour.
• A flexible approach and the ability to adapt to changing situations.
• Excellent communication...

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