JOB DESCRIPTION: SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location:

North West England, Greater Manchester, Wigan

Job Type:

Temporary, Full-Time hours

Salary:

£12.90 - £13.50 Per hour

Primary Industry:

Education and Training

Secondary Industry:

Education and Training

Job Duties:

• Supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in their academic and personal development
• Assisting teachers in implementing individual learning plans for students
• Providing one-on-one support to students to help them overcome barriers to learning
• Supervising students during lessons and break times
• Creating a safe and nurturing learning environment for students

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent
• Enhanced DBS check

Education:

GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent

Experience:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs
• Experience in a school or educational setting

Knowledge and Skills:

• Understanding of SEMH and how it can impact learning
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong behaviour management skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• First Aid certification

Working Conditions:

• Work in a school setting
• Potential for challenging behaviour from students with SEMH needs
• Regular interaction with teachers, parents, and external professionals

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.
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