Graduate Learning Support Assistant SEMH PRU

4 weeks ago


Eccles Greater Manchester, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

Graduate Learning Support Assistant for SEMH Pupil Referral Unit

Location: Eccles 

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for supporting young people facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges? Are you looking for an opportunity to gain valuable experience in an educational setting while making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable students? If so, we invite you to join our team at Teaching Personnel as a Graduate Learning Support Assistant.

The setting is a dedicated and inclusive alternative provision for students between 11 and 16 facing significant social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH). Students within this provision have diverse backgrounds, many with experience within the care system. A trauma informed approach is essential. 

The Role: As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with experienced educators and support staff to provide essential support and guidance to students with SEMH needs such as 1:1 and small group interventions. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and rewarding educational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with SEMH needs, assisting with academic and social-emotional development.
  • Assist teachers in planning and delivering engaging and inclusive lessons that cater to the diverse needs of students with SEMH.
  • Support students in managing their emotions, behaviors, and relationships in a positive and constructive manner.
  • Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where every student feels valued and respected.

Requirements:

  • A degree in a relevant field (e.g., Education, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, etc.) or working towards.
  • A genuine interest in supporting young people facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
  • Patience, empathy, and resilience in working with students facing challenges.
  • A commitment to promoting inclusion and diversity in education.

Benefits:

  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the field of education and make a real difference in the lives of students with SEMH needs

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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