Job Title: SEMH Teaching AssistantLocation: SouthamptonPay Rates: £80-£100 Per dayShift Patterns: Monday to FridayReeson are working closely with an SEMH school in Southampton who are looking to find an experienced and enthusiastic SEMH Teaching Assistant.
This is a full-time, long-term role to start in as soon as possible.This role working with children with complex SEMH needs requires a strong SEMH Teaching assistant with lots of experience.
The students display challenging behaviours, so it is important that you are resilient with a patient and calm demeanour.
The school are looking for a SEMH Teaching assistant who can add value to a successful and driven team and truly make a difference to the lives of the children they work with.School follows a very child centred approach focusing on achieving the best possible educational outcomes for all children and are incredibly proud of the opportunities and individualised curriculum they provide.SEMH Teaching Assistant responsibilities:Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activitiesSupport the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learningUse effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school's policy and proceduresSupport class teachers with managing behaviour effectively to ensure an engaging and safe learning environmentOrganise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environmentObserve pupil performance and pass observations on to the class teacher and supervise a class if the teacher is temporarily unavailableSEMH Teaching Assistant Qualifications/experience:Experience: A SEMH Teaching assistant with a minimum of 6 months' work/volunteer experience with children or young people and working with additional needs.Qualifications: Relevant qualifications such as a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant/childcare or relevant, valuable experience that can be referenced professionally.Skills: Excellent communication skills, patience, and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, teachers, and parents.Attributes: A passion for supporting children's education, a proactive approach, and a willingness to adapt to different school environments.Safeguarding: A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, with a willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.Benefits for the successful SEMH Teaching Assistant:Excellent daily rates paid weekly through Pay As You Earn (PAYE) or UmbrellaEssential support when you need it - 24/7 365 days - Call us anytime!You will have a professional consultant who will be your personal point of contact throughout your time working for usPension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).Free safeguarding course and other CPD.If you are interested in this SEMH Teaching Assistant role, please submit an up-to-date