SEMH Teaching Assistant in Poole

A specialist SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) primary school located in the picturesque area of Poole, Dorset, is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Teaching Assistant to join their dynamic team. This outreach role requires a candidate who is passionate about supporting children with SEMH needs and who is a confident driver, willing to assist in transportation needs for the children.

Responsibilities:

• Work under the guidance of teaching/senior staff to support the delivery of quality education and provide tailored support to children with SEMH issues.
• Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students with specific needs.
• Provide emotional support and guidance to children who are facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
• Facilitate outreach activities and transportation to engage students with their learning environment and external therapeutic services.
• Collaborate closely with teachers and parents to reinforce positive behaviour and promote inclusive education.
• Monitor and evaluate students’ responses and progress against action plans through observation and record-keeping.
• Support with the management of classroom resources and ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Engage in professional development activities to further enhance skills and understanding of SEMH needs.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working as a teaching assistant or within a similar role supporting children with SEMH needs.
• A valid driver's license and the ability to transport students as required.
• A patient, empathetic approach, with the resilience to manage challenging behaviours constructively.
• Excellent communication skills and the capacity to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• An understanding of the strategies needed to establish a supportive and nurturing classroom.
• A commitment to continuing professional development and the flexibility to meet the changing needs of the students.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to undergo one.

The school is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment for all its students, encouraging them to achieve their full potential both academically and socially. They are looking for a candidate who shares their ethos and is motivated to make a significant impact on the lives of children with SEMH needs.

If you possess the qualities and experience necessary for this vital role, we welcome your application. Please submit your CV and a cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the position, to the school's recruitment department.

The school is an equal-opportunity employer and strongly supports the principles of diversity. We look forward to considering your application for the SEMH Teaching Assistant position.

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Alex Holt on 01392 949022 | Ext: 6001.

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This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise. Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.