SEMH Teaching Assistant

Are you an enthusiastic Teaching Assistants who is looking to support the learning of pupils in one of our inspirational SEN provisions in Sunderland from September 2025 on a full-time and long-term basis. This opportunity provides the right assistant an amazing opportunity to build positive relationships with pupils and have a long-term positive impact on their lives, helping students with their long term progress and development.

About the School:

• The role is based in an inspirational SEN School in Sunderland.
• The School supports pupils aged 11-16 with varying levels of SEMH.
• The School has an outstanding supportive culture and Leadership Team, where staff work as a Team within classrooms to provide high standards of support to pupils.

Pay, Hours and Contract:

• Pay - Between -95-110 per day
• Hours - 08.30-16.00. Full-time
• Contract - Full-time or part-time from September onwards.
• Start Date - ASAP
• Location - Sunderland

About the Role:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to individuals with SEMH needs, helping them manage their emotions and behaviour in lessons and around School.
• The School supports pupils with varying levels of SEMH aged 11-16. There are roles available to support pupils across this age-range depending on the preference, experience and skill-set of the successful Candidate.
• Additionally, some pupils may be none-verbal and some may require Personal Care so a willingness to support pupils in these contexts is key.
• A key part of the role will be to develop an understanding of the different needs and learning styles of different pupils within the classroom, working closely alongside Class Teachers and colleagues to establish this.

Experience/Qualifications and Requirements:

• A Supporting Teaching and Learning or Childcare-based Qualification (desired)
• Experience of working with Children in Schools in the UK
• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional references that cover the last two years
• An ability to build positive relationships and a rapport with pupils and staff.
• A resilient, proactive, and positive nature

About Prospero:

• Prospero Teaching is a Supply Agency that has branches across the world. We provide day-to-day, short-term and long-term cover.
• We also offer a range of free CPD Certified Training to allow you to keep your skills, knowledge and understanding current and up to date.

If you are interested in the role and would like to be considered, please apply promptly as the School are looking for the successful candidate to start ASAP!

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