Exciting Opportunity: SEMH Teaching Assistant Needed
Are you passionate about supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Teaching Personnel is recruiting a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant for a full-time position at an Ofsted Good secondary school in Wilmslow.
Role Details:
- Position: SEMH Teaching Assistant
- Duration: Full-time, starting after Easter until the end of the academic year
- Possibility of Permanent Role: Depending on performance
- Pay: £1540 - £1900 per month
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with SEMH needs, assisting them in overcoming barriers to learning and promoting positive behaviour.
- Implement tailored interventions and strategies to support students' social, emotional, and mental well-being, in collaboration with the SENCo (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) and teaching staff.
- Foster positive relationships with students, providing emotional support and guidance to help them develop coping mechanisms and resilience.
- Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour support plans, monitoring progress and adjusting strategies as required.
- Work closely with teaching staff, external agencies, and parents/carers to ensure holistic support and continuity of care for students with SEMH needs.
Requirements:
- Experience working with students with SEMH needs in an educational setting is highly desirable.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with students, staff, and families.
- Empathy, patience, and resilience in supporting students facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
- A proactive and adaptable approach to meeting the individual needs of students and implementing effective support strategies.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of students with SEMH needs, facilitating their academic and personal development.
- Supportive school environment with dedicated staff and resources to facilitate effective SEMH support.
- Potential for professional growth and career progression, with the chance of a permanent role based on performance and suitability.
Apply Now: If you are passionate about supporting students with SEMH needs and thrive in a supportive school environment, we want to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV via the link below.
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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