Job description
SEMH Teaching Assistant – Altrincham
Do you have a passion for working with children with SEMH (social, emotional, mental health needs)?
Do you have the ability to emotionally support children who are from vulnerable backgrounds and circumstances?
Are you a resilient character with positive behaviour management?
We are currently looking for a Behaviour Support Assistant to deliver person centred support to individuals who present high levels of complex needs and challenging behaviours associated with learning disabilities, autistic spectrum conditions and mental health problems. You will be working with children and young people who need 1:1 support for multiple reasons, such as:
1. Children in Looked After Care
2. Anxiety
3. Exclusion
4. Speech and language difficulties
5. Physical and mental health issues, disabilities and learning difficulties
The candidate must have:
6. Some experience working with children and young people who display challenging behaviour
7. Experience of de-escalation training would be advantageous
8. The school would also consider candidates from youth work backgrounds, or similar roles
9. Confidence to make decisions
10. Excellent communication and the ability to build positive relationships with the students
11. Empathy and understanding
12. Willingness to enhance skills with professional training and development
This is a great opportunity, to help enrich and develop vulnerable young people’s lives. You will be working with an excellent team and joining a fantastic school where you can make a difference, playing a key role in the development of students.
Contract/ Job details
13. Location -Altrincham
14. Position – Specialist Teaching Assistant
15. Start date – ASAP
16. Duration / Likely Duration – Supply
17. Hours – Flexible
Working for Prospero Teaching you can expect to receive the following: –
* A competitive salary depending on experience
* Working with a team of dedicated and friendly consultants * Professional and organised structure
* 24 hour service
* A rewarding teaching environment
* Professional career development
Prospero Teaching is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children therefore all applicants are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and full referencing prior to work