Teaching Assistant

1:1 Teaching Assistant SEMH Canterbury

Full-Time Monday-Friday Term Time Only
Long-Term with Potential for Permanent Placement

Academics are recruiting for a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Canterbury. This role involves working closely with a single pupil, providing tailored academic and emotional support to help them engage positively with learning and school life.

• Provide consistent 1:1 support to a pupil with SEMH needs

• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies

• Assist with differentiated learning activities inside and outside the classroom

• Build a strong, trusting relationship to promote engagement and progress

• Work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, challenging behaviour, or additional needs (school-based experience desirable but not essential)

• Calm, patient, and resilient under pressure

• Strong communication skills and a proactive mindset

• Able to set clear boundaries while remaining supportive

• A positive role model who can build rapport and encourage confidence

5 day per week availability

90 - 100 per day, Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, Term time only

You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship

To be an 1:1 Teaching Assistant - Apply now or contact Ollie Mynard at Academics Ltd: Become a SEN Teaching Assistant today!

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Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will have to apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate