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SEMH Support Worker / Teaching Assistant (Permanent)

5 October by TeacherActive : South : London & South East : Essex

Job Location:
United Kingdom -England -East of England -Suffolk -Ipswich
Salary:
£102.56 - £102.56/day

Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
Pay: £102.56 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time

TeacherActive is currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to work within a supportive school setting in Suffolk.

We are looking for a patient, enthusiastic and reliable individual who is passionate about supporting children and young people with their learning and development. You will work closely with teaching staff to provide both classroom and individual support, helping pupils remain engaged, confident and able to access their education.

The role will involve:

  • Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis

  • Assisting the class teacher with lessons and classroom activities

  • Supporting pupils with additional learning needs

  • Helping to manage behaviour positively and consistently

  • Encouraging pupils' independence, confidence and social development

  • Creating a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment

  • Providing additional pastoral and emotional support where required

The ideal candidate will:

  • Have previous experience working with children or young people

  • Ideally have experience within a school, SEND, care or support setting

  • Be patient, resilient and adaptable

  • Have strong communication and relationship-building skills

  • Be confident supporting pupils with a range of individual needs

  • Be available to work 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

What TeacherActive can offer:

  • £102.56 per day

  • A dedicated recruitment consultant supporting you throughout your placement

  • Access to a range of education opportunities across Suffolk

  • Competitive rates of pay

  • CPD and professional development opportunities

  • £100 referral bonus for successful referrals

If you are interested in this Learning Support Assistant role in Suffolk, please apply with your most up-to-date CV and a member of the TeacherActive team will be in touch.

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