SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching assistant - Bury - ASAP - Temp to Perm
Do you have a passion for working with children or young people with SEMH (social, emotional, mental health needs)?
Do you have the ability to emotionally support children who are from vulnerable backgrounds and circumstances?
Are you a resilient character with positive behaviour management?
We are currently looking for a Teaching Assistant to work with small groups or individuals with SEMH needs on a full time basis. The role will be full time and will initially be a temporary role, but will become permanent for the right person. The students can present high levels of complex needs and challenging behaviours associated with learning disabilities, SEMH, and mental health problems. You will be working with children and young people who need 1:1 support for multiple reasons, such as:
Looked After Children
Anxiety
Exclusion
Speech and language difficulties
Social emotional and mental health needs
Physical and mental health issues, disabilities and learning difficulties
The candidate must have:
Some experience working with children and young people who display challenging behaviour
Experience of de-escalation training would be advantageous
The school would also consider candidates from youth work backgrounds, or similar roles
Confidence to make decisions
Excellent communication and the ability to build positive relationships with the students
Empathy and understanding
Willingness to enhance skills with professional training and development
This is a great opportunity, to help enrich and develop vulnerable young peoples lives. You will be working with an excellent team and joining a fantastic school where you can make a difference, playing a key role in the development of students.
An enhanced DBS that is on the update service
Safeguarding training issued in the last 12 months (essential however training can be provided)
Prevent awareness training issued in the last 3 years (essential, however, training can be provided)
FGM & behaviour management training (essential, however training can be provided)
Contract/ Job details
Location -Bury
Position Specialist Teaching Assistant
Start date ASAP
Duration - temp to perm
Hours 8am - 4pm
Working for Prospero Teaching you can expect to receive the following:
* A competitive salary depending on experience
* Working with a team of dedicated and friendly consultants * Professional and organised structure
* 24 hour service
* A rewarding teaching environment
* Professional career development
Prospero Teaching is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children therefore all applicants are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and full referencing prior to work
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted