SEMH Teaching Assistant
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About the Role
SEMH Teaching Assistant
Immediate start
London Borough of Newham
A wonderful, specialist SEMH setting who are seeking passionate, nurturing SEMH Teaching Assistant for children with a variety of needs which can include significant complex SEMH and ASC . You will receive full training throughout but relevant, prior experience is essential. This is an inspiring, therapeutic organisation with a a no exclusion policy and support the hardest to reach, high risk and most vulnerable young people. These young people have an SEMH and/or ASC diagnosis, alongside complex additional needs. They may be at considerable risk of exploitation or been exposed to extreme violence and abuse in their homes. They need someone to help. Could this be you? You can be a part of someone’s success story, this really is an incredible and unique opportunity for someone who really does want to change lives.
- Experience of working with children or young people with complex SEMH as a primary diagnosis
- Experience of supporting emotional regulation and with positive behaviour/de-escalation strategies/co-regulation
- Ability to resolve conflicts by restorative practice
- Positive role model to support communication with a sensitive, nurturing, and consistent approach
- Experience of working with young people with Autism, ADHD, sensory processing difficulties and learning difficulties
- Or experience with SEMH, Trauma, Sensory processing, social communication
- Experience with CSE (Child sexual exploitation), CCE (Child Criminal Exploitation), Gang affiliation, County Lines
- Ability to build strong and meaningful relationships
- Experience of working with disengaged students is essential
Why work with us?
- We have access to a wider range of job opportunities including vacancies that haven't been advertised yet :We have partnerships with multiple schools, Local Authorities, and educational organisations and can provide teachers with access to a wider range of job opportunities.
- Expertise in the SEND education industry: we have specialist knowledge and experience in the SEND education industry, including an understanding of school hiring practices and requirements, which can help teachers navigate the job search process more effectively.
- Assistance with CV and application materials: we can provide guidance on preparing effective resumes and application materials, which can help you to stand out to schools
- Interview preparation and coaching: we provide interview preparation and coaching tailored to the specific school to help you feel more confident and prepared for interviews.
- Salary negotiation: we provide guidance on salary negotiation, ensuring that you receive a fair and competitive salary including SEN points, TLR etc
- One application - Multiple Opportunities: are you too busy to fill out lots of different application forms? register with us and only fill out one form
- Continued support: we can provide continued support throughout the job search process, even after a job offer has been made, including assistance with contract negotiations, relocation, and settling into a new teaching position.
If you think you would be an incredible asset to an already incredible team then please do get in touch by applying to this advert or emailing faye@psinclusion.co.uk