SEMH Classroom Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant This is an independent special school for students aged 5 to 19 with an EHCP for social, emotional, mental health, and learning needs. Our students exhibit a variety of needs, including trauma, attachment issues, anxiety, and behavioural difficulties. We welcome applications from candidates with varying levels of experience. While previous experience working with students with SEMH, particularly attachment and trauma, is preferred, fulll training is provided. Experience working with children with challenging behaviour is essential, as strong behaviour management skills are crucial. If you are passionate about supporting children with complex additional needs and have experience with children or adults with challenging and complex SEND/SEMH, this opportunity could be perfect for you. Requirements:
- Have experience working with children with complex emotional needs
- Provide 1:1 support
- Be extremely confident in managing behaviour
- Demonstrate your ability to build professional relationships with children
- Support complex SEMH needs
- Have a fun yet firm presence
- Understand attachment and trauma Applications are encouraged from:
- Youth Workers
- Behaviour Mentors
- SEN Learning Support Assistants Benefits:
- We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, ensuring your pay is equal to that of a permanent employee.
- You will benefit from your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
- You will be invited to our wide range of continued professional development (CPD) training sessions, provided by our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. These are completely free to attend!
- Receive a £50 referral bonus for each friend you refer to us who works 10 days or more. How to apply: If you're as excited about this role as we are, you can apply below or get in touch with us directly. If you're not contacted within 7 working days, unfortunately, you have not been successful for this role. We receive many applications for our positions, so please don't be disheartened - you are still free to apply for any other vacancies that may suit you better. We will also keep your CV on file and continue to assist you in your job search. All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided. By applying for this role, you consent to us storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with GDPR requirements. We look forward to hearing from you!