Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – SEMH School, Walsall

Are you a Teaching Assistant who enjoys building positive relationships with young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning? A specialist SEMH school in Walsall is looking for a patient, resilient and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support secondary-aged students who need additional help with their education.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who understands that not every young person finds mainstream education easy. You will be supporting students with social, emotional and mental health needs, helping them develop confidence, improve their behaviour and re-engage with learning.

The successful Teaching Assistant will be confident supporting students with challenging behaviour, maintaining clear boundaries and working alongside teachers to create a positive classroom environment. Previous experience within an SEMH school, alternative provision, PRU or mainstream secondary school would be beneficial.

Job Role:

• Support secondary-aged students with SEMH needs throughout the school day.
• Work alongside teachers to support learning across the curriculum.
• Provide classroom support and individual assistance where required.
• Build positive relationships with students who may struggle with behaviour or engagement.
• Support students with emotional regulation, behaviour and confidence.