Teaching Assistant
Are you a resilient, empathetic, and committed individual looking to make a difference in the lives of young people? Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Nottinghamshire from February2025.This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, ideal for those who are passionate about supporting children with a variety of complex behavioural and emotional needs.The Role:You'll be supporting students who face barriers to learning due to SEMH challenges. Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you'll play a key role in managing behaviour, developing trust-based relationships, and helping students regulate emotions and re-engage with education. Support may be 1:1 or within small group settings, depending on student need.What We're Looking For:Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, or similar challengesA calm, consistent, and patient approach to working with vulnerable learnersStrong interpersonal and de-escalation skillsA good understanding of trauma-informed practice or a willingness to learnA proactive and flexible mindsetAn Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)What You Can Expect:A full-time, long-term role with the potential to become permanentA structured and supportive school environment with a strong behaviour policyDaily pay between £95.00 and £105.00, depending on experienceComprehensive support from your dedicated Tradewind consultantAccess to high-quality training and CPD in SEMH and behaviour supportThis is an outstanding opportunity for someone with a background in education, care, youth work, or support services who is looking for a challenging but highly rewarding role.Apply Now:To express your interest and be considered for this opportunity, please contact:Lynne Ferguson
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