SEN/SEMH Graduate Teaching Assistant – September 2023

SEN/SEMH Graduate Teaching Assistant – September 2023

Are you looking for a dynamic role specialising in SEN/SEMH focused education?

Perhaps you already have some experience support pupils 1:1 or in small groups?

Are you an aspirational graduate with a desire to forge a career as an Educational Psychologist, SEN Teacher or SENCO?

If so, then perhaps this SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant could be exactly what you’ve been searching for!

This warm and welcoming SEN specialist school in the heart of Newcastle are looking to appoint a SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant for the new academic year, starting this September. As a SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting pupils in class, utilising the sensory rooms/outdoor play areas, and creating a fun learning environment.

SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant – Role Description

• SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant – graduate role
• Paid teaching support placement £80 – £95 per day
• September start, interviews in June/July, shortlisting for the role now!
• Based in the same school for the full academic year – September – July
• Full-time, Monday – Friday role
• Support pupils with SEN/SEMH across the school
• Work closely with the class teacher to identify which pupils require additional support
• Utilise the sensory rooms at appropriate times of the day
• Adhere to learning support plans and record progress
• Act as a good role model for all pupils

SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant – The School and Benefits

• SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant
• Based in Newcastle
• Warm and welcoming school with excellent transport links!
• Paid for training courses throughout the academic year
• Full interview preparation and dedicated consultant throughout placement
• Opportunity to train to teach directly with the school

SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant – Person Specification

• SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant – graduate role
• Good A-Levels or equivalent
• Confident and proactive personality
• Ideal for an aspiring Education Psychologist or SEN Teacher
• Experience or knowledge of SEN would be advantageous
• Experience using de-escalation tactics

Join this warm and welcoming school as a SEN/SEMH Teaching Assistant! If you’re shortlisted, Lucy from i-teachers will be in touch to discuss the next steps of your application.