SEMH Teaching Assistant – Crowborough | Full Time | ASAP or September StartLocation: Crowborough, East SussexSalary: £25,185–£26,402 FTE (Actual salary approximately £22,121, based on Grade 4, Point 9)Start Date: ASAP or September 2026Contract: Full Time | PermanentAre you passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers to learning?We're recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive school in Crowborough. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with pupils who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to build confidence, develop positive relationships and achieve their full potential.Whether you have experience working in education, youth work, care or another support-based role, we'd love to hear from you.The RoleProvide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.Build positive, trusting relationships that encourage confidence and engagement.Support students both in the classroom and during other school activities.Help implement behaviour support strategies and individual learning plans.Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to promote positive outcomes for every pupil.We're Looking ForExperience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential.A calm, patient and resilient approach.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs.The ability to remain positive and adaptable in a rewarding school environment.What You'll ReceiveFull-time, stable employment within a supportive school community.Salary of £25,185–£26,402 FTE, with an actual salary of approximately £22,121 (Grade 4, Point 9 example).Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development.A friendly and experienced team committed to supporting both staff and students.The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people every day.This role is available for an immediate start or from September, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a rewarding career in education or continue their experience supporting pupils with additional needs.Apply today with your CV, and one of our education recruitment consultants will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks.....Read more...
SEMH Teaching Assistant – SEN School | Cranbrook | Full Time | September StartLocation: Cranbrook, KentSalary: £25,185–£26,402 FTE (Actual salary approximately £22,121, based on Grade 4, Point 9)Start Date: September 2026Contract: Full TimeDo you have the patience, resilience and enthusiasm to make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs?A specialist SEN school in Cranbrook is looking to appoint a committed SEMH Teaching Assistant to join its dedicated team from September. This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a nurturing environment where every day brings the chance to positively impact a young person's education and wellbeing.Whether you already have experience in an SEN setting or come from a background in youth work, care, coaching or support work, we'd love to hear from you.About the RoleSupport pupils with SEMH needs both in the classroom and through targeted interventions.Build positive relationships that help students develop confidence, resilience and independence.Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons and adapting learning to meet individual needs.Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing using consistent support strategies.Work closely with teaching staff, therapists and pastoral teams to ensure pupils receive the best possible support.About YouExperience supporting children or young people is desirable, but not essential.A calm, empathetic and resilient approach to supporting pupils.Strong communication and teamwork skills.A genuine interest in working within a specialist SEN environment.A willingness to learn and develop professionally.What the School OffersA permanent full-time role starting in September.Salary of £25,185–£26,402 FTE, with an actual salary of approximately £22,121.Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.A welcoming and experienced staff team that values collaboration.Opportunities for career development within special educational needs.The chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people every day.If you're looking for a rewarding career where your support can transform lives, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today with your CV, and one of our education recruitment consultants will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks.....Read more...
An amazing opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lecturer Electrical Engineering to inspire and educate students within a dynamic and high-performing college in Wigan, Greater Manchester area
As the Lecturer you key responsibilities include:
Deliver high-quality teaching across Electrical Engineering programmes, supporting learners to develop technical knowledge and practical skills
Plan and deliver engaging lessons across areas such as Electrical & Electronic Principles, PLCs, Instrumentation & Control, Inspection & Test, and Automation & Robotics
Assess student work, track progress, and provide timely, constructive feedback to support achievement
Support the development of courses and contribute to high-quality learning materials, including VLE resources
Provide academic and pastoral support to both full-time and part-time students
Promote high standards of health and safety within workshop and learning environments
Work collaboratively with colleagues to continuously improve the quality of provision and student outcomes
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Strong, up-to-date industry knowledge
Knowledge of key areas such as electrical principles, PLCs, automation, or control systems
A teaching qualification, or a willingness to work towards one with support
GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
An understanding of effective teaching, learning, and assessment practices
Confidence in using Microsoft Office and digital learning platforms
The ability to bring industry experience into the classroom to enhance learning
A commitment to continuous professional development and staying current within the sector
The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment
*To be considered for this position you must hold an Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline + Experience within Electrical Engineering. 1 year exp is desirable.*
PLC experience or Industry 4.0 experience is desirable but not essential.
The successful Lecturer will receive an excellent salary £31,699 - £42,540 per annum. This exciting position is permanent full time role working 37 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
Generous annual leave entitlement, including bank holidays
Family-friendly leave policies
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Medicash healthcare plan
Occupational health support
Confidential counselling
Specsavers eye test vouchers
A culture where people look out for each other
Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, buy tech)
Railcard & Tusker Green car scheme
Local and national discount schemes
Opportunities to step up, specialise, or move across departments
Leadership pathways
Support to gain teaching qualifications
Reference ID: 7276
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV ....Read more...
Establish rapport and respectful, trusting relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs
Assist and support pupils, including those with special needs, in respect of personal, local and national learning strategies across the curriculum, as directed by the teacher. Ensure all pupils are safe and have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
The role may include supporting pupils’ personal programmes, relating to social, health, physical, hygiene, and welfare matters. The pupil may also need assistance to access different areas of the school. Following appropriate training and in line with school procedures, to administer basic first aid and/or medication as required
Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils by encouraging them to interact with each other and to engage in activities led by the teacher
Promote self-esteem and encourage pupils to act independently as appropriate
Provide feedback on pupils’ personal needs as appropriate
Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate. Support pupils to understand instructions
Gather and report information from/to parents/carers as directed
Be aware of pupil problems/progress/achievements and report to the teacher as agreed
Undertake basic pupil record keeping as requested
Prepare the classroom as directed for lessons and clear-up afterwards
Assist with the display of pupils’ work
Prepare and maintain equipment/resources as directed by the teacher and assist pupils in their use
Provide routine clerical support for teachers, e.g. photocopying, filing, collecting money, checking deliveries, placing goods in stock and maintaining records of stock
To understand the importance of inclusion, equality and diversity, both when working with pupils and with colleagues, and to promote equal opportunities for all
To uphold and promote the values and the ethos of the school.
To implement and uphold the policies, procedures and codes of practice of the school, including relating to customer care, finance, data protection, ICT, health & safety, anti-bullying and safeguarding/child protection
To take a pro-active approach to health and safety, working with others in the school to minimise and mitigate potential hazards and risks, and actively contribute to the security of the school, e.g. challenging a stranger on the premises
To participate and engage with workplace learning and development opportunities to continually improve own performance and that of the team/school, subject to the school training plan
To attend and participate in relevant meetings as appropriate.To undertake any other additional duties commensurate with the grade of the post
Training:
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship
Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date
Training Outcome:Full-time employment.
Any successful apprentice who demonstrates the ability and necessary skills to carry out the role of a Level 2 to a high standard would be considered for any permanent vacancy that may arise in the school. This would be part of a further recruitment process.Employer Description:The Harmony Trust has the highest aspirations for its pupils, parents and staff members. Our vision is to provide an excellent primary education so that every academy is a ‘GreatPlace2Learn.’ Our aim is to ensure that children at our academies enjoy the best education from the early years to the end of the primary stage. Parents are very important to achieving this vision and we aim to work in partnership with them to ensure that all our children achieve our motto: ‘Believe Achieve Succeed’. We believe that school should be a place where every child makes progress in a safe and supportive environment. We believe in the importance of children developing well-being and high self-esteem if they are to learn and do well. We also believe in The Harmony Trust being a ‘GreatPlace2Work’ where staff are supported to thrive by a trust that is committed to learning and education. We have a great team of people working in our Academies. We aim to retain them by investing in professional development, offering opportunities to work across the Trust ensuring Harmony is a great place to work. The Harmony Trust was established in February 2014 and currently has 15 schools. This brings with it exciting opportunities for career progression and development for existing and future employeesWorking Hours :Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week (term time plus 5 days). Times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Establish rapport and respectful, trusting relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs
Assist supervise and support pupils, including those with special needs, with respect of personal, local and national learning strategies across the curriculum, as directed by the teacher
Ensure all pupils are safe and have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
The role may include supporting pupil’s personal programmes, relating to social, health, physical, hygiene, and welfare matters
The pupil may also need assistance to access different areas of the school
Following appropriate training and in line with school procedures, to administer basic first aid and/or medication as required
Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils by encouraging them to interact with each other and to engage in activities led by the teacher
Promote self-esteem and encourage pupils to act independently as appropriate
Provide feedback on pupils’ personal needs as appropriate.
Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate
Support pupils to understand instructions
Gather, report information from/to parents/carers as directed
Be aware of pupil problems/progress/achievements and report to the teacher as agreed
Undertake basic pupil record keeping as requested
Prepare the classroom as directed for lessons and clear up afterwards
Assist with the display of pupils’ work
Prepare and maintain equipment/resources as directed by the teacher and assist pupils in their use
Provide routine clerical support for teachers, e.g. photocopying, filing, collecting money, checking deliveries and placing goods in stock and maintaining records of stock
To understand the importance of inclusion, equality and diversity, both when working with pupils and with colleagues, and to promote equal opportunities for all
To uphold and promote the values and the ethos of the school
To implement and uphold the policies, procedures and codes of practice of the School, including those relating to customer care, finance, data protection, ICT, health & safety, anti-bullying and safeguarding/child protection
To take a proactive approach to health and safety, working with others in the school to minimise and mitigate potential hazards and risks, and actively contributing to the security of the school, e.g. challenging a stranger on the premises
To participate and engage with workplace learning and development opportunities to continually improve own performance and that of the team/school, subject to the school training plan
To attend and participate in relevant meetings as appropriate.
To undertake any other additional duties commensurate with the grade of the post
Training:
Teaching Assistant Standard Level 3 qualification
The training schedule has yet to be agreed upon further details will be made available at a later date
Training Outcome:
Full-time employment
Any successful apprenticeship who demonstrates the ability and necessary skills to carry out the role of a Level 3 Teaching
Assistant to a high standard, would be considered for any permanent vacancy that may arise in the school
This would be part of a further recruitment process
Employer Description:The Harmony Trust has the highest aspirations for its pupils, parents and staff members. Our vision is to provide an excellent primary education so that every academy is a ‘GreatPlace2Learn.’ Our aim is to ensure that children at our academies enjoy the best education from the early years to the end of the primary stage. Parents are very important to achieving this vision and we aim to work in partnership with them to ensure that all our children achieve our motto: ‘Believe Achieve Succeed’. We believe that school should be a place where every child makes progress in a safe and supportive environment. We believe in the importance of children developing well-being and high self-esteem if they are to learn and do well. We also believe in The Harmony Trust being a ‘GreatPlace2Work’ where staff are supported to thrive by a trust that is committed to learning and education. We have a great team of people working in our Academies. We aim to retain them by investing in professional development, offering opportunities to work across the Trust ensuring Harmony is a great place to work.Working Hours :Monday - Friday (Term time only, plus 5 days. Times to be confirmed).Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
