Job Description

Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (SEMH Support- opportunities to support Primary or Secondary)
Location: Newhaven
Salary Range: Depending on Experience
Start Time: Immediate trials- September 2025 start
Contract: Temp to perm- period via the agency and the September start on full time (Potentially part- time) basis

Ten10Talent are offering an exceptional opportunity for a compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistant to support students in a school setting in Newhaven. This full-time role is ideally suited for individuals with experience supporting pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

About the Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to provide targeted support to students with behavioural and emotional challenges. Your presence will help pupils access learning in a safe, structured, and supportive environment.

Job Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 or small group support to pupils with SEMH needs. Assist in implementing tailored strategies to manage behaviour positively. Support students in developing social skills, emotional regulation, and confidence. Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and outside agencies. Help to maintain a nurturing classroom environment that encourages engagement and progress. Maintain a safe and inclusive environment for all pupils.
Job Requirements:

Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH, behavioural difficulties, or similar needs. A calm, empathetic, and patient approach to behaviour management. Knowledge of trauma-informed practices and de-escalation techniques is advantageous. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils. Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with additional needs and can bring resilience and empathy to the classroom, we would love to hear from you.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

Please get in touch with Spencer at Ten10Talent if you are interested in hearing more

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 91.52-115.00 per day

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

What experience do you have? When can you start? Do you have a DBS?
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 03/09/2025