Job description
Full Time - Youth Support Teaching Assistant
£90- £ 100 daily rate
We are seeking an experienced youth worker to support a Primary/Secondary Pupil SEMH School.
About the school
- Primary – ACS and SEMH
- Secondary KS3 –KS5 – Challenging behaviour, SEMH, ADHD
- Vulnerable young people, emotional and mental health
- Outreach Worker
They are looking for at least 2 of the following qualities:
- Previous experience working in a PRU or alternative provision
- Graduate (Sociology, Sports, Criminology or Psychology)
- Experienced Youth or Community Support Worker
- Support workers from mental health facilities or high-risk secure units
- Sports coaches looking to transfer skills in supporting vulnerable young pupils’ education
- Confident, resilient, positive personality
Role:
- This will be supporting students with social, emotional, mental health needs across either primary or secondary ages providing classroom support.
- You will also be required to provide 1:1 support with any emotional issues, and supporting if pupils are behind with their work
Requirements:
- Experience and understanding of how to support young people with social, emotional, mental health needs
- Flexible in being able to provide 1:1, group support
- Deal with any challenging behaviours or incidents in a calm manner
- Available to start immediately
- Commitment during term time full time Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4.00pm
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Safeguarding Reminder: This position requires a strong understanding of child protection. All candidates will be subject to enhanced DBS and background checks. GSL is proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunities employer.