Join Our Team as a SEMH Support Assistant in Harrogate!
Company: Teaching Personnel
Location: Partner School, Harrogate Area
Position: SEMH Support Assistant
Start Date: September 2024 (or as soon as possible)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications
At Teaching Personnel, we are committed to connecting passionate professionals with meaningful roles in education. As the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, we partner with schools across Manchester to provide the staff they need to ensure every student thrives. We are currently looking for a dedicated SEMH Support Assistant to join one of our partner schools in the Harrogate area.
As a SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) Support Assistant, your main focus will be to support students facing challenges related to their social, emotional, or mental health. You will be a key part of the school’s efforts to help these students overcome barriers, develop coping mechanisms, and achieve their full potential.
Responsibilities:
* One-on-One Support: Provide individualized assistance to students with SEMH needs.
* Emotional Guidance: Help students develop emotional regulation and coping strategies.
* Behavioural Support: Work with students to improve their behaviour and engagement in school.
* Team Collaboration: Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and other staff to implement effective support strategies.
* Progress Tracking: Monitor and report on student progress, making adjustments as needed.
* Safe Environment: Contribute to creating a positive, nurturing, and secure environment for all students.
Qualifications:
* Experience: Prior experience working with children or young people, especially those with SEMH needs, is highly desirable.
* Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
* Empathy: A compassionate and patient approach to student support.
* Resilience: The ability to remain calm and proactive in challenging situations.
* DBS Check: An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
Benefits:
* Professional Growth: Access to specialized training and development in SEMH and student support.
* Supportive Environment: Work within a dedicated and collaborative team.
* Impactful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of students with SEMH needs.
* Competitive Pay: A salary package that reflects your experience and qualifications.
If you’re ready to make a positive impact on students’ lives, we want to hear from you! Send your CV and a cover letter explaining your suitability for the role.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. This may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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