The Supply Room is seeking an enthusiastic and adaptable KS3/4 Lead therapeutic Teaching Assistant to work in a Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) specialist school in Camberwell South East London. We are looking for individuals who are dedicated to supporting students with complex needs and want to make a positive, meaningful impact through high-quality, therapeutic teaching.
Individuals with experience in therapeutic teaching, such as LEGO-based therapy, Trauma- informed play/art therapy and Sensory Integration lessons.
This is a brilliant opportunity for anyone who wants to develop a career within education, with the potential for professional development opportunities during placement!
Availability: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm
Day Rate: £105 per day (dependent on experience)
Key Responsibilities
- Delivery: Delivering pre-assigned/ tailored lesson plans that meet the diverse academic and emotional needs of KS3 and KS4 pupils.
- Differentiation: Adapting the curriculum to engage students with additional emotional and/or behavioural challenges, helping them overcome barriers to learning.
- Collaboration: Working closely with support staff and therapists to provide a nurturing, inclusive, and safe classroom environment.
- Assessment: Monitoring and recording student progress, providing feedback that encourages both academic achievement and personal development.
- Communication: Maintaining professional and effective communication with pupils, parents, and the wider school leadership team.
Essential Criteria
- Degree in related field or equivalent teaching qualification.
- Experience: Proven experience teaching children with SEMH or SEN requirements.
- Full-time availability (Monday to Friday) with no notice period (or maximum one week).
- DBS: Must have (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service and a valid right to work in the UK.
Desirable Qualities
- Open to career progression within SEMH and Education.
- Reliability: Exceptional punctuality and a commitment to the school community.
- Passion: A genuine desire to support the mental health and well-being of young people in an educational setting.
Submit your CV below to be considered!
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. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ which includes obtaining 2 references and as this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, a satisfactory enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (full guidance provided).
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Pay: From £110.00 per day
Work Location: In person
