Teaching Assistant SEMH Secondary School Location: Kidderminster Start Date: Immediate Start Contract: Long-Term Ongoing Pay: £92.59 - 120 per day Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential? We are seeking a committed and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) secondary school in Kidderminster. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for someone who thrives in a challenging yet highly rewarding environment. The school supports students aged 11-16 who have a range of social, emotional and mental health needs. Most pupils are working towards Entry Level and Foundation Skills qualifications, while some are also studying towards selected GCSE qualifications. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping students engage with learning, develop positive relationships, and build confidence both inside and outside the classroom. The Role: Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs. Assist teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons. Support students working towards Entry Level, Functional Skills and GCSE qualifications. Help manage behaviour positively and consistently in line with school policies. Encourage emotional regulation, independence and social development. Build strong, trusting relationships with students who may have experienced barriers to education. Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals to support individual learning plans.The Ideal Candidate: Experience working with children or young people with SEN, SEMH, challenging behaviour or additional needs. Calm, patient and resilient approach. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to remain positive and proactive in a fast-paced environment. A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people. Team Teach training is desirable but not essential.Benefits of Working with Monarch Education: Leading provider, Crown Commercial Service Approved CPD opportunities through our Affinity Academy Free Safeguarding training £200 Refer a Friend bonus (unlimited referrals) Access to our simple online payroll and timesheet portalTo learn more about us, please visit our website: About Us - Monarch ((url removed)) Important Information: All pay rates are inclusive of rolled-up holiday pay. Monarch Education and Affinity Workforce Solutions are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to 2 references, an enhanced DBS check, and right-to-work checks. Only applicants currently residing in the UK and eligible to work in the UK can be considered. If you do not hear from us within 30 days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion, though your details will be kept on file for future vacancies