SEMH Teaching Assistant – Transform Lives in Education!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you believe that education has the power to help students overcome adversity and unlock their full potential? If you're eager to support and inspire children facing SEMH challenges, we want you to join our dedicated team!
About the SEMH Teaching Assistant Role:
Teaching Personnel is seeking compassionate, proactive, and motivated SEMH Teaching Assistants to become part of our expert team. In this vital role, you will support students in schools and educational provisions focused on addressing SEMH challenges, helping them break down barriers to learning and empowering them to succeed.
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one and group support to students with SEMH needs, enhancing their emotional resilience and self-confidence.
- Assist with implementing individualised strategies to support emotional and behavioural development.
- Collaborate with teachers and educational staff to create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with students, fostering positive behaviour, emotional growth, and self-expression.
- Contribute to the development and execution of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and effective behaviour management strategies.
What We’re Looking for in an SEMH Teaching Assistant:
- Prior experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs is highly advantageous.
- You possess patience, empathy, and resilience, and have a natural ability to connect with students who require additional support.
- You are a proactive, solution-focused individual who thrives in a dynamic, inclusive educational environment.
- A genuine passion for making a meaningful, lasting impact on young people's lives is essential.
What We Offer:
- Competitive daily pay rates starting at £83.85+, paid weekly through PAYE.
- Flexible working hours tailored to suit your schedule and commitments.
- Extensive professional development and training in SEMH-specific strategies and best practices.
- Diverse experience working in various educational settings, enhancing your skills in SEMH and inclusion.
Requirements for SEMH Teaching Assistants:
- An enhanced DBS check on the update service or the willingness to apply for one.
- Two professional references.
- A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Why Choose Teaching Personnel? At Teaching Personnel, we specialise in matching talented professionals with impactful roles within the education sector. Joining our SEMH team means becoming part of a collaborative network of dedicated educators committed to transforming the lives of children with SEMH needs.
Apply Today! Are you ready to support students in overcoming challenges and thriving in their education? Send your CV now, and a member of our team will reach out to discuss how you can make a difference in this rewarding role.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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