Semh Teaching Assistant

Do you have the patience, warmth and resilience to help children overcome barriers to learning? Machu Specialist Education is recruiting a Teaching Assistant on behalf of a welcoming specialist SEMH school in Hayes, Middlesex, supporting pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. If you want a role where every day makes a genuine difference to a child''s life, and you''re ready to be part of a close, supportive team, we''d love to hear from you. THE ROLE - Support pupils in class and in small groups, following the teacher''s planning and adapting to individual needs - Build calm, trusting relationships that help pupils feel safe and ready to learn - Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour using trauma-informed strategies - Help deliver therapeutic and intervention programmes alongside teachers and allied health professionals - Support pupils during transitions, breaks and off-site activities WHAT WE''RE LOOKING FOR - Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND or complex needs (paid or voluntary) - A calm, nurturing manner and genuine commitment to inclusive education - Ability to stay consistent and composed under pressure - Good communication skills and a team-first attitude - Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check (or hold one on the Update Service) WHAT''S ON OFFER - A close-knit, values-led team with strong pastoral and multi-agency support - Opportunities to ..... full job details .....