PTSD Support Assistant - Bolton - ASAP
Are you looking for work in the Education sector?
Are you looking for work in Bolton?
Do you have a passion for working with young people with SEMH or PTSD?
Are you strong with positive behaviour management?
Do you hold a valid driving licence?
We are currently looking for a Bolton based experienced Teaching Assistant to support a student with additional needs due to PTSD or other trauma, which can result in them displaying challenging behaviour at times. You will be working in a mainstream secondary school and supporting a student on a 1:1, full-time basis. The role will initially be for 12 weeks and will likely continue until the end of the current academic year.
If you have experience in the following, then you would be ideal for this role:
1. Children in Looked After Care
2. PTSD
3. Anxiety
4. Exclusion
5. Trauma
6. EBD
You must have:
1. Some experience working with children and young people who display challenging behaviour
2. Experience of de-escalation training would be advantageous
3. The school would also consider candidates from youth work backgrounds or similar roles
4. Confidence to make decisions
5. Excellent communication and the ability to build positive relationships with the students
6. Empathy and understanding
7. 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.
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
1. Hold Right to Work in the UK
2. Hold an enhanced child & adult barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
3. Provide two professional child-related references that cover the last two years
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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