At Aspire People we are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to join our school on a daily and long-term supply basis within Wisbech.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting Students with SEMH Needs: Provide one-on-one or small group support for students with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties, helping them to engage with lessons and manage their behavior.
- Behavior Support: Implement behavior management strategies to promote positive behavior and help students manage their emotions and reactions in the classroom.
- Classroom Assistance: Support the teacher with classroom management, lesson delivery, and the creation of a positive learning environment for all students.
- Emotional Support: Provide emotional and pastoral support to students, helping them to build resilience, self-regulation, and self-esteem.
- Liaising with Staff: Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to create individualized plans for students and ensure their emotional and academic needs are met.
- Monitoring Progress: Help track students' progress, both academically and emotionally, and report back to the relevant staff on any issues or successes.
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience: Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, behavioral issues, or additional learning needs is essential.
- Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to build rapport with students and staff alike.
- Understanding of SEMH: Knowledge of strategies and approaches for supporting students with SEMH, including de-escalation techniques, restorative practices, and behavior management strategies.
- Patience and Empathy: A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach, understanding the challenges faced by students with SEMH needs.
- Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a team with teachers and other support staff to ensure the best outcomes for students.
- Flexibility and Adaptability: Ability to adapt to different classrooms, staff, and student needs, particularly when working in a supply capacity.
Desirable Skills:
- Relevant Qualifications: A qualification in supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or related fields would be advantageous.
- Mental Health Awareness: Knowledge or experience of supporting students with mental health needs or trauma-informed practices is desirable.
- First Aid Training: A valid First Aid certificate would be beneficial.
- Behavior Management Training: Any training or qualifications related to behavior management, such as TEAM-Teach or similar, would be an asset.
Why Work With Us?
- Supportive Environment: Be part of a committed and caring team that is passionate about supporting students' emotional, social, and academic development.
- Professional Development: Access to ongoing professional development and training to enhance your skills and expertise in supporting SEMH students.
- Varied Experience: Work in a range of classrooms, with the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with SEMH needs.
- Impactful Role: Play a crucial role in supporting students' emotional wellbeing, improving their behavior, and helping them achieve their full potential.
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Supply SEMH Teaching Assistant in Wisbech employer: Aspire People
Aspire People is an exceptional employer for FE & College Lecturers in South Wales, offering competitive pay rates of £28 - £45 per hour along with a £100 sign-up bonus after 20 days of work. With a strong commitment to employee growth through free CPD and safeguarding training, as well as dedicated consultant support, Aspire People fosters a flexible and inclusive work culture that empowers educators to inspire the next generation while enjoying meaningful and rewarding employment.
