Location: Chesterfield, Derbyshire Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Start Date: ASAP Hours: Monday–Thursday, full school day Friday finish at 2:30pm Are you a caring, patient and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with SEND and/or SEMH needs ? We are currently recruiting for a SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic specialist school in Chesterfield , supporting pupils with a range of complex additional needs. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a genuine difference to children's lives and wants to become a valued member of a supportive school team. The Role As a SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils and staff to provide consistent, nurturing and engaging support throughout the school day. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting pupils with a range of SEND and SEMH needs Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required Helping pupils to engage positively with their learning Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils Encouraging pupils' confidence, independence and social development Working closely with teachers and other members of the school's support team Creating a calm, safe and positive learning environment Supporting pupils both inside and outside of the classroom What We're Looking For The school is looking for someone who is: Patient, calm and compassionate Confident supporting children with additional needs Experienced working with SEND and/or SEMH Resilient and able to remain calm when faced with challenging situations Able to build strong and positive relationships with pupils Reliable, enthusiastic and committed Passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning A strong team player who is happy to work alongside teachers and other professionals Previous experience within a SEND, SEMH, specialist school or similar setting would be highly desirable. Why Apply? Full-time, long-term position Work within a specialist SEND school Early finish every Friday at 2:30pm Lunch provided by the school Supportive and welcoming school environment Opportunity to build valuable experience within a specialist setting The chance to make a genuine difference to pupils' lives Potential for a long-term opportunity for the right candidate Apply Today If you are an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding SEND/SEMH opportunity in Chesterfield , we would love to hear from you. Apply today and a member of the Trust Education team will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail. TPBN1_UKTJ