SEMH Teaching Assistant

Exciting Opportunity: SEMH Teaching Assistant Needed in Wilmslow!

Are you passionate about supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs to achieve their full potential? Are you seeking a rewarding role within a supportive educational environment? Teaching Personnel is currently seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a prestigious secondary school in Wilmslow.

About Us: Teaching Personnel is a leading education recruitment agency committed to connecting talented individuals with fulfilling roles in schools across the UK. We are proud to partner with an Ofsted-rated 'Good' secondary school in Wilmslow, renowned for its dedication to providing inclusive and high-quality education.

Position Overview: As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing tailored support to students with SEMH needs, enabling them to thrive academically and emotionally. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Providing one-to-one and small group support to students with SEMH needs, helping them to manage their emotions, behavior, and social interactions.
2. Collaborating with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to develop and implement personalized support plans for students with SEMH needs.
3. Supporting students in accessing the curriculum and participating in learning activities, adapting teaching methods as necessary to accommodate their individual needs.
4. Acting as a mentor and role model for students, providing guidance, encouragement, and reassurance to promote their self-confidence and self-esteem.
5. Implementing behavior management strategies and interventions to support positive behavior and emotional regulation among students with SEMH needs.
6. Monitoring and recording student progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents/carers to support ongoing development.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with students with SEMH needs, either in a school setting or a similar environment, is highly desirable.
• A compassionate and empathetic approach to supporting young people with diverse emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships with students, colleagues, and parents/carers.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and resilience in responding to the individual needs and challenges of students with SEMH needs.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £1540 - £1900 per month, dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Full-time position starting after Easter and continuing until the end of the academic year, with the opportunity for the role to become permanent based on performance.
• Chance to make a positive impact in the lives of students with SEMH needs and contribute to their academic and emotional growth.
• Supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development and career progression.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about supporting students with SEMH needs and are committed to making a difference within an inclusive school community, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are well-suited for this position.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join our dedicated team at Teaching Personnel. Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career in SEMH education!

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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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