Youth Support Teaching Assistant

Full Time – Youth Support Teaching Assistant

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£90- £ 100 daily rate

We are seeking an experienced youth worker to support a Primary/Secondary Pupil SEMH School.

About the school

Primary – ACS and SEMH
Secondary KS3 –KS5 – Challenging behaviour, SEMH, ADHD
Vulnerable young people, emotional and mental health
Outreach Worker
They are looking for at least 2 of the following qualities:

Previous experience working in a PRU or alternative provision
Graduate (Sociology, Sports, Criminology or Psychology)
Experienced Youth or Community Support Worker
Support workers from mental health facilities or high-risk secure units
Sports coaches looking to transfer skills in supporting vulnerable young pupils’ education
Confident, resilient, positive personality
Role:

This will be supporting students with social, emotional, mental health needs across either primary or secondary ages providing classroom support.
You will also be required to provide 1:1 support with any emotional issues, and supporting if pupils are behind with their work
Requirements:

Experience and understanding of how to support young people with social, emotional, mental health needs
Flexible in being able to provide 1:1, group support
Deal with any challenging behaviours or incidents in a calm manner
Available to start immediately
Commitment during term time full time Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4.00pm
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Safeguarding Reminder: This position requires a strong understanding of child protection. All candidates will be subject to enhanced DBS and background checks. GSL is proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunities employer