Details:
- Salary: £90 - 95 - Day
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Bolton Greater Manchester
- Date: 2 weeks ago
Description:
Join our team at Tradewind!
SEMH Teaching Assistant needed in the Bolton area!
Are you a passionate about supporting teenagers from vulnerable backgrounds?
Are you able to deal with challenging situations and behaviours?
Do you want to work somewhere with a great reputation, that will provide you with training and support and help you progress your career?
If so, then we need you!
Role Overview:
Start ASAP!
Full time & long term.
Could turn permanent for right person.
Excellent pay up to £95/day for first 12 weeks.
13th week onwards you get paid an equivalent daily rate to what you would get on contract at the school.
Supporting secondary aged pupils in small groups with Social, Emotional or Mental Health needs (SEMH).
Based at a secondary SEMH school in the Bolton area catering for young people that struggle within mainstream settings.
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant at this Secondary SEMH school in the Bolton area you will play a vital role in supporting teaching and learning but also emotional and mental health needs. This Secondary SEMH school specialises in catering for children who may face challenges related to social, emotional or mental health difficulties and vulnerable backgrounds. Your responsibilities will include:
Providing support on a one-to-one basis or in small groups
Assisting students with literacy, numeracy, and general subject knowledge
Supporting individuals with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties
Assisting those with mental health needs and anxiety
Provide holistic support based around social, emotional, behavioural, physical, mental & academic progress.
Collaborating with the SEN team, senior leaders, heads of departments, parents and carers, social workers, and other professionals in the child's multidisciplinary team
School:
You will have the opportunity to work within a successful Secondary SEMH school catering for children aged 11-16 with strong links to the community and other schools in the borough. The school is easily located by car or bus.
Requirements:
To succeed in this SEMH Teaching Assistant role, you must:
Have the legal right to work in the UK
Provide a CV with a full history
Have a DBS on the Update Service or be prepared to get a new one
Min of two professional reference checks
Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable)
Some experience supporting teenagers or young adults with challenging behaviour or mental health needs.
Candidates with experience as a SEMH Teaching Assistant, Secondary Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, Residential Support Worker, Sports Coach, Pastoral Support Worker, Behaviour Mentor, Learning Support Assistant or other role within Alternative Provision would be ideal for this opportunity.
Benefits of working via Tradewind:
Top rates of pay, as we attract the best education talent
Access to more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency including over 2,500 FREE courses with The National College.
A generous referral scheme to earn rewards for recommending friends
Full interview preparation and assistance to boost your confidence and chances of success
Ongoing support throughout your placement
User-friendly Online Portal for easy timesheet management and availability updates
Free social and networking events to connect with peers and consultants
To be considered for this exciting SEMH Teaching Assistant position in Bolton or to learn more about other opportunities in the area, please contact Graham in our Manchester office at (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
Join Tradewind and embark on a rewarding career journey today