Hours (term time only):
08:30 – 15:30 Monday to Friday
The Supply Room is currently recruiting for a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant (SEMH) to work with the ages between 11 – 16 years old at an Alternative Provision Secondary School in the W6 Hammersmith area.
This is a full-time, temp-to-perm position, ideal for someone who is seeking a stable, long-term role within a specialist education environment working with children with challenging behaviour and SEMH (Social, Emotional, Mental Health).
This role is suitable for a candidate that has previous experience working in a PRU (Pupil Referral Unit), supporting students with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health), SEN (Special Educational Needs) and challenging behavioural needs in a specialist setting.
The role:
- Provide individual (1:1) support to assigned pupils throughout the school day.
- Assist in delivering lessons to small classes (4–6 pupils).
- Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour using appropriate strategies.
- Support pupils with their academic, emotional and social development.
- Work closely with teachers and senior staff to implement behaviour support plans.
- Encourage positive behaviour, engagement and independence.
- Maintain a safe and structured learning environment.
- Record and report on pupil progress and behaviour.
Requirements:
- Experience working with young people in a secondary school, ideally in a PRU, SEN or alternative provision setting.
- Strong behaviour management skills and a calm, patient approach.
- Ability to build positive relationships with challenging pupils.
- Resilience and confidence in handling high-needs behaviour.
- Team player with good communication skills.
Expectations:
- Maintain a professional, positive and supportive attitude at all times.
- Be punctual, reliable and flexible, adapting to the needs of the school.
- Follow instructions from teachers, Inclusion team and senior leadership.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
- To be able to fulfil the aforementioned hours (term time only).
Desirable:
- Deescalation and positive restrain training such as Team Teach, MAPA, NAPPI.
Next steps:
If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role supporting young people with challenging behavioural needs, apply today with your CV. Applicants must undergo a full background check including an enhanced DBS and referencing. Shortlisted applicants will need to successfully complete a trial period to then be offered a permanent position.
The Supply Room is an equal opportunities employer that is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks are carried out in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, including obtaining two references. As this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required (full guidance provided).
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REF: TSRGWA
Pay: £95.00-£105.00 per day
Benefits:
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
