SEMH Teaching Assistant (Secondary)

Job title:

SEMH Teaching Assistant (Secondary)

Company:

GSL Education

Job description

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (Secondary)
Location: Ashington
Pay rate: £87 – £108 per day (Depending on experience).
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long-TermAre you a compassionate and dedicated individual who can provide a nurturing and structured approach to help students with SEMH needs thrive?GSL Education are excited to offer an exceptional opportunity for a SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing and forward-thinking secondary school in Ashington. Whether you have experience in education, youth work, or mentoring, this position provides an invaluable opportunity to work closely with students, helping them overcome challenges and achieve success.Role Overview:As a Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA), you will play a crucial role in supporting secondary students who experience difficulties in managing emotions, behaviour and social interactions. Your role will involve working closely with teachers, pastoral teams and external agencies to provide tailored support that fosters students’ confidence, academic progress and emotional well-being.Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students with SEMH needs, helping them engage in learning.
• Assist in implementing behaviour management strategies to promote a positive and inclusive school environment.
• Support students in developing coping mechanisms, resilience and self-regulation skills.
• Work closely with teaching staff to differentiate lesson materials and adapt learning approaches.
• Act as a mentor and trusted adult, offering guidance and encouragement to students facing challenges.
• Monitor student progress, offering feedback and insights to teachers and pastoral staff.
• Assist in creating a structured and nurturing learning environment that fosters student well-being.
• Support students with transitions between lessons and school activities to ensure a smooth learning experience.
• Uphold safeguarding policies and work collaboratively with staff to ensure student welfare.

Requirements:

• Experience working with young people with SEMH needs, either in an educational, youth work, or support capacity.
• A solid understanding of SEMH needs, behavioural challenges and de-escalation strategies.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and trust with students.
• Resilience, patience and adaptability to work in a challenging yet rewarding environment.
• A relevant qualification in Education, Psychology, Youth Work, or a related field (desirable but not essential).
• Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

What does GSL Education Offer?

• Competitive pay rates reflecting your skills and experience.
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing guidance and support.
• Hands-on experience supporting students with SEMH needs, enhancing your career in education or youth work.
• Potential for permanent employment following a successful period.

If you are a passionate SEMH Teaching Assistant (Secondary) eager to make a real difference in the lives of children in Ashington, we invite you to apply today!Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEMH Teaching Assistant (Secondary)’ role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.

Expected salary

£87 – 108 per day

Location

Ashington, Northumberland

Job date

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 03:46:57 GMT

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