Details:
- Salary: £85.50 - 110 - Day
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Wolverhampton
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Smile Education are recruiting!
Smile Education are currently looking for an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to join one of their supportive SEN schools in the Tamworth area on a long-term, full-time basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant who has a strong understanding of Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and can build positive, trusting relationships with children who may present with challenging behaviours.
The Role
Supporting a child with identified SEMH needs within an SEN school environment
Providing consistent, positive and nurturing support throughout the school day
Working closely with teaching staff and the wider school team
Supporting the child's emotional regulation, engagement and learning
Using effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategiesThe Successful Candidate Will:
Have considerable experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs
Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant, Childcare, Education or equivalent qualification
Have strong behaviour management skills and confidence supporting challenging behaviour
Be patient, resilient and consistent in their approach
Be able to build strong, positive relationships with pupils
Be able to provide references that specifically comment on their experience and interaction with children with SEMH needs
Be committed to the role on a long-term, full-time basis
Work effectively as part of a wider school and support teamWhy Work with Smile Education?
Long-term opportunities within supportive SEN schools
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Access to a wide range of education opportunities across the local area
Competitive rates of pay
Support with compliance and safeguarding requirementsIf you have the SEMH experience, qualifications and commitment required for this role, we would love to hear from you.
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications