Teaching Assistant

Edu Talent Group are partnering with a specialist education setting to recruit a Teaching Assistant for an SEMH school in Canterbury.

* A rewarding opportunity for a nurturing and reflective individual passionate about supporting pupils with SEMH needs

* The role focuses on building trust, promoting wellbeing and helping pupils feel safe, valued and ready to learn

* You will work within a supportive, inclusive and values led environment

Responsibilities

* Provide individualised emotional, academic and social support to pupils

* Help pupils feel secure, respected and engaged in learning

* Work closely with class teachers, therapeutic professionals and the SEN team

* Implement personalised strategies that reflect pupils’ needs and strengths

* Adapt learning materials to support communication, regulation and engagement

* Model and promote a values led approach centred on trust, belonging, aspiration, voice, pride and curiosity

* Apply Therapeutic Thinking principles using relational, reflective and restorative approaches

* Contribute positively to a caring and skilled team where relationships come first

Requirements

Essential

* A calm, nurturing and thoughtful approach to supporting children and young people

* Strong listening skills with the ability to respond with empathy and consistency

* GCSEs or equivalent in English and Mathematics at Grade A
* to C

* A commitment to positive behaviour approaches and a culture of readiness, respect and safety

* A willingness to learn, reflect and develop professionally within a supportive team

Desirable

* Experience of working with pupils with SEMH or additional needs

* Experience with in a therapeutic, trauma informed or specialist education setting

* An interest in developing skills in Therapeutic Thinking and relational practice

Benefits

* The opportunity to work in a setting where relationships and wellbeing are prioritised

* Access to high quality CPD, including Therapeutic Thinking training and reflective supervision

* A fulfilling role where you can make a meaningful difference to pupils’ lives

* A supportive and inclusive working environment focused on care, connection and progress