Details:
- Salary: £12 - 15 - Hour
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: L28 Stockbridge Village Knowsley
- Date: 4 days ago
Description:
Job Advertisement: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Knowsley, Pupil Referral Unit (PRU)
Position: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
About Us: Join our dedicated team at the Knowsley Pupil Referral Unit (PRU), where we provide a supportive and nurturing environment for students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. We are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of young people who require additional support to achieve their potential.
Role Overview: We are seeking passionate and empathetic SEMH Teaching Assistants to work within our PRU. The ideal candidates will have a background in residential care, youth work, or care work and a strong desire to support students with SEMH needs. As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing academic and emotional support to our students, helping them to develop confidence, resilience, and essential life skills.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with SEMH needs.
* Assist in the development and implementation of individualized education plans (IEPs).
* Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.
* Support students in developing coping strategies and social skills.
* Work closely with teachers, support staff, and external agencies to ensure holistic support for students.
* Monitor and report on student progress and behavior.
* Contribute to the planning and delivery of engaging and relevant lessons.
Ideal Candidate:
* Background in residential care, youth work, or care work.
* Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
* Patience, empathy, and resilience.
* Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of students.
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children