SMEH Teaching Assistant

Job Description

SEMH HLTA Westminster Immediate Start

Are you an experienced SEN / SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for the next step in your career as an SEMH HLTA

Role: SEMH HLTA

Location: Westminster London

Salary: 440 510 PW dependant on Experience

Visa: No Visa Sponsorship

Contract: September Start Full-time 1-Year Contract

We are seeking a committed and compassionate SEMH HLTA to join a growing alternative provision based in Westminster. This exciting opportunity is ideal for someone who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children with Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

SEMH HLTA Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and differentiated learning activities tailored to the needs of SEMH learners.
• Support the planning and adaptation of lessons in collaboration with teaching staff to reflect individual learning styles and emotional needs.

• As an SEMH HLTS you will work closely with teachers pastoral teams and external professionals (e.g. CAMHS social workers) to provide holistic support.
• Supervise and lead a team of Teaching Assistants where required including mentoring and developing best practices.

• Participate fully in training supervision and CPD opportunities relevant to SEMH and therapeutic education.

• Actively contribute to the culture of inclusivity mutual respect and high aspirations for all learners.

SEMH HLTA Person Specification

Essential

• A relevant Degree HLTA status or equivalent.
• Proven experience working with children with SEMH or related needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Confident communicator with fluency in spoken English.

Desirable

• Experience in an alternative provision or PRU setting.
• Training in trauma-informed or therapeutic approaches (e.g. Team Teach Thrive PACE).

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SEMH HLTA Westminster September Start INDCC