JOB DESCRIPTION: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location:
North West England, Greater Manchester, Wigan
Job Type:
Temporary, Full-Time hours
Salary:
£12.90 - £13.50 Per hour
Primary Industry:
Education and Training
Secondary Industry:
Education and Training
Job Duties:
Supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in their academic and personal development
Assisting teachers in implementing individual learning plans for students
Providing one-on-one support to students to help them overcome barriers to learning
Supervising students during lessons and break times
Creating a safe and nurturing learning environment for students
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent
Enhanced DBS check
Education:
GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent
Experience:
Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs
Experience in a school or educational setting
Knowledge and Skills:
Understanding of SEMH and how it can impact learning
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Strong behaviour management skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
First Aid certification
Working Conditions:
Work in a school setting
Potential for challenging behaviour from students with SEMH needs
Regular interaction with teachers, parents, and external professionals
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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