SEMH Teaching Assistant
Ellesmere Port
£450-£475 per week depending on experience
To apply, you must provide proof of RTW in the UK.
About the role:
Connex Education are working with a SEND School in Ellesmere Port who cater for pupils aged 9-16 years with social, emotional, mental health needs. They are looking for a TA to join their team on a full-time basis.
About the School:
The School offers an individualised curriculum through 3 clear pathways, regulating and supporting pupils in their learning. As a SEMH TA at this School, you will positively engage and adopt trauma informed practises to support SEMH learners.
Assignment details:
This is a full-time role and will commence asap. This will consist of working Monday-Friday 8.30am until 3.30pm. There is chance of a direct contract for the right candidate. This is ideal for a TA who has experience of supporting SEMH pupils and who want to make a difference in a positive learning environment.
Benefits of working for Connex Education:
- Competitive daily rate paid weekly
- Free access to our SEND toolkit skills development
- Support from your dedicated consultant
- Career progression
- Refer a friend scheme (£200 vouchers)
Person specification:
- Experience of supporting pupils with SEMH.
- Be understanding and empathetic with the ability to help pupils self -regulate.
- Using a trauma informed approach when managing challenging behaviour.
- Promoting life skills and empowering pupils by building confidence.
- Be willing to support forest school and outdoor pursuit curriculum.
- Be willing to work as a team and collaborate with families to implement behaviour management strategies.
- Able to provide a DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for a new one.
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.
Connex Education is an employment agency and employment business
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.
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SEMH Teaching Assistant in Ellesmere Port employer: Connex Education
Connex Education Partnership is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that values each team member's contributions. Working in Lowton provides the unique opportunity to gain meaningful experience in an educational environment, with flexible hours that promote work-life balance. Employees are encouraged to grow professionally, with potential pathways for permanent roles and ongoing development within the education sector.
