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SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Start Date: September 2024
Salary: £83 - £100 per day
Contract Type: Full-Time
Are you looking for a career where you can work with students who have complex learning difficulties? If so, GSL Education can help. GSL Education are actively recruiting SEMH Teaching Assistants to work at an Alternative Provision located in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, starting in September 2024.
SEMH Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:
Provide tailored support and interventions to students with SEMH needs, both in and out of the classroom
Provide 1:1 support for children and young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs, and associated behavioural needs.
Implement strategies to support positive behaviour management and de-escalate challenging situations.
Liaise with the SENCO and other school leaders to follow Education Health Care Plan objectives to ensure outcomes are met.
Assist students with SEMH needs in accessing the curriculum and completing academic tasks.
Work closely with classroom teachers, SENCO, and other relevant staff to coordinate support and interventions for students.
Attend relevant training sessions and workshops to enhance knowledge and skills in supporting students with SEMH needs.
SEMH Teaching Assistant Requirements:
Must hold the Right to Work in the UK.
Experience working with students with SEMH needs in a school or similar setting for at least 6 months. Placements through University or volunteering experiences will be accepted.
Understanding of SEMH-related challenges and appropriate strategies for intervention and support.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
Be able to work collaboratively with staff members and outside agencies, such as counsellors and mental health professionals.
An Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for a new one with GSL Education.
GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
For more information, or to apply for the role of SEMH Teaching Assistant in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education. Alternatively, please apply via the application link or visit the GSL Education official website to apply online