SEMH Teaching Assistant

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference IH-SEMH-Gre_1725607772
Closing date October 6, 2024
Location South East London, UK
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant - Secondary School, Greenwich

An excellent secondary, mainstream school in Greenwich is looking to welcome a SEMH Teaching Assistant to work on a one-to-one basis with one of their students. We look for a professional with experience supporting studnts with Social, Emotional, Mental Health within a school setting.

Key Responsibilities of our SEMH Teaching Assistant:

  • Provide 1-1 tailored support to a student with SEMH needs
  • Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to create a positive learning environment
  • Support the student both academically and emotionally, helping them achieve their potential
  • Engage with the student in a variety of settings, ensuring they receive the necessary support
  • Be patient, with a kind and caring approach to student learning
  • Have good behaviour management abilities

    • Requirements:

  • Proven experience working with students with SEMH needs in a mainstream, SEN, or similar educational setting
  • Strong communication skills, patience, and empathy.
  • Ability to build positive relationships and foster a supportive atmosphere
  • Experience working with a variety of professionals, including SENCOs and external agencies

    • About the Role:

  • Full-time, long-term position in a secondary school rated 'Good' by Ofsted
  • 1-1 support for a student, with opportunities to engage in wider school activities
  • Work within an established and supportive trust
  • known for its commitment to staff and student well-being
  • Excellent opportunities for professional development

    • If you feel you would be a strong fit for this opportunity, we would like ot invite you to apply. This post would be subject to a trial or interview. A trial will allow you to meet our partner school's students & experience what to expect during this post. The school is part of an established trust. We invest in our Teaching Assistants and offer training. Join our excellent team to make a positive difference.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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