Prospero are currently looking for a SEMH Teaching Assistant to deliver person centred support to individuals who present high levels of complex needs and challenging behaviours associated with social, emotional and mental health issues. The candidate must have: · Some experience working with children and young people who display challenging behaviour · Experience of de-escalation training would be advantageous · The school would also consider candidates from youth work backgrounds, or similar roles · Confidence to make decisions · Excellent communication and the ability to build positive relationships with the students · Empathy and understanding · Willingness to enhance skills with professional training and development Job details: · Location Chorlton · Position SEMH Teaching Assistant · Start November 2024 · Duration Ongoing · Hours 08:30 4pm TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: Hold Right to Work in the UK Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application Provide two professional child related references that cover the last two years OTHER If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people. Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate: Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management In-house Training and Development Team
Back to searchSEMH Teaching Assistant
Prospero Teaching
Posted 7 days ago, valid for 17 days
Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England
£20,000 - £24,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Prospero is seeking a SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide support to individuals with complex needs and challenging behaviors related to social, emotional, and mental health issues.
- Candidates should have some experience working with children displaying challenging behavior, and experience in de-escalation training is preferred.
- The position is located in Chorlton, with a start date in November 2024 and ongoing hours from 08:30 to 16:00.
- Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS certificate, and two professional child-related references covering the last two years.
- The salary details have not been specified, but the role requires candidates to have relevant experience in similar fields.
