This opportunity would be ideal for someone who is seeking a 1:1 teaching assistant role that specialises in working with students with social, emotional and mental health difficulties.

Due to needs of the students that attend this school, this role requires someone who has a nurturing yet resilient approach within the classroom, it is essential that you have previous experience in this area in either educational or residential setting.

Working as a 1:1 teaching assistant you will be required to build positive rapport with the young person and be willing to build a sound understanding of their needs. Consistency and continuity is key for this role and therefore excellent references from previous roles will be required.

Set in Chesterfield, this school specialises in the education of students who have education health care plans for SEMH or have been permanently or temporarily excluded from mainstream school, due to being disengaged from education. Needs of students may include social, emotional and mental health difficulties and SEND including ASD, ADHD, PDA and attachment disorders, through a holistic therapeutic approach.

Students are provided a calm and supportive environment in which they can develop and learn within a safe environment.

You will be surrounded by a fantastic team, who have an unquestionable passion for the education and development of young people.

• At least 3 months experience in a SEMH or PRU setting
• Ideally have your team teach level 2 training or other de-escalation training or be willing to do this through our agency free of charge
• Hold an enhanced child and adult workforce DBS which is registered to the update service – Vision can assist with obtaining this if required
• Able to commute to rural south Chesterfield (own transport is highly beneficial due to limited bus routes)
• Have a genuine desire to become part of a committed team of specialist teachers
• Have a passion for supporting students and teachers, with the ability to work in small groups and on a 121 basis

• 3 months relevant experience working with children, young people or adults in an education or residential setting.

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.