Job description
SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Start Date: Immediately
Salary: £90 - £110 per day
GSL Education are seeking dedicated and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to work at an Alternative Provision in York, starting immediately.
About the School:
- The school supports a large number of students with additional learning or neurodevelopmental challenges, such as ADHD and Autism.
- The school's curriculum is designed to be engaging, relevant, and stimulating, providing a solid foundation for future success.
- The school’s focus is on academic achievement, personal development, and community engagement which reflets their belief in empowering students to become confident, responsible, and compassionate individuals ready to make a positive impact in the world.
- As a specialist school catering to students aged 5 to 16 with social, emotional, and mental health needs, they are dedicated to providing a nurturing and supportive environment where every student can thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.
- An Ofsted graded ‘Good’ School in York, known for its specialist provision catering to students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
- The school offers a diverse and inclusive curriculum tailored to the individual needs of students, providing a supportive and nurturing learning environment.
SEMH Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored support to students with emotional, social, and mental health difficulties.
- Provide 1:1 or small group support to children and young people as required.
- Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours.
- Establish supportive relationships with students.
- Encourage the development of social skills and emotional resilience.
- Work closely with teaching staff and other professionals.
- Attend relevant training sessions and workshops to enhance knowledge and skills in supporting students with SEMH needs.
SEMH Teaching Assistant Requirements:
- Experience working with children or young people in SEMH, behavioural support, or complex needs settings.
- Understanding of SEMH-related challenges.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Be able to work collaboratively with staff members.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- An Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for a new one with GSL Education.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
For more information, or to apply for the role of SEMH Teaching Assistant in York, North Yorkshire, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education. Alternatively, please apply via the application link or visit the GSL Education official website to apply online.