SEMH Teaching Assistant
| Job Type | Contract (Long Term) |
| Location | Sheffield, South Yorkshire |
| Area | Barnsley, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Special Education - SEN Support Staff |
| Salary | £90 - £110 per day |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | SEMHSHEFF_1739374821 |
| Job Views | 109 |
- Description
SEMH Teaching AssistantAre you experienced in managing challenging behaviours and supporting students with SEMH and SEN needs? Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference?
Veritas Education is supporting a range of our partner schools in Sheffield, helping them fill a variety of roles. We are currently looking for a Behavioural Intervention Assistant to work with students with SEMH and SEN needs, providing tailored support and strategies that promote positive behaviour and emotional development. If you're passionate about making a difference and have experience in behaviour management, we'd love to hear from you!
The Role:
- Supporting students with SEMH and SEN needs by implementing behaviour management plans and strategies.
- Working closely with teaching staff to promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
- Providing 1:1 support and tailored interventions to help students improve their emotional regulation, social skills, and overall well-being.
- Assisting with de-escalating challenging behaviours and creating a calm, structured environment.
- Encouraging positive social interaction and helping students develop coping strategies.
Ideal Candidate:
- Experience working with students with SEMH, SEN, or behavioural difficulties is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of behaviour management strategies (e.g., Team Teach) is a plus.
- Patience, resilience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to establish rapport with students.
Application Requirements:
- Enhanced DBS clearance
- Right to work in the UK
- Photo identification
- 2 satisfactory references
If you are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of students with SEMH and SEN, please apply today with your CV direct or call and email Scott on 0113 403 2200 or Skelly@veritas-education.com
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
