SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you an experienced professional dedicated to supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges? Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable students?

About The School

They are an SEMH residential school based in Ellesmere port and are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where every student can thrive. Their goal is to deliver the highest quality care and support, ensuring that our students achieve their full potential. They pride themselves on their strong community spirit and our ability to build lasting, positive relationships with both staff and students.

The Role

As a Behavioural Support Assistant, you will:

• Work closely with students with SEN and SEMH needs, providing individualized and small group support.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students to understand their unique needs and challenges.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff members to create and implement effective support strategies.
• Assist in the development and delivery of personalized learning plans.
• Monitor and report on students’ progress, adjusting support strategies as needed.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will:

• Have previous experience working with children with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Demonstrate a strong ability to build and maintain relationships with both students and staff.
• Be dedicated to providing the highest quality care and support to vulnerable students.
• Show reliability, patience, and empathy in all interactions.
• Be able to work effectively both one-on-one and in small group settings.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Be committed to ongoing professional development and learning.

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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