Semh Teaching Assistant

6 months ago

Hackney, United Kingdom The Eight Group Full time

**SEMH Teaching Assistant - Secondary School in Hackney, London**
- **Contract type**: Long-Term & Temporary with potential to become Permanent
- **Hours**:Full-Time
- **Start Date**:ASAP
- **Location**:Secondary School

**Requirements**:

- Experience and training in trauma and attachment,
- SEMH, ADHD, autism and ODD experience and
- Must be flexible, calm and be able to support the Academy’s ethos.

**Job Purpose**:
To support the educational, social, and emotional development of students with SEMH needs, ensuring they can achieve their full potential.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Support Learning**:

- Assist students individually or in small groups with their educational activities.
- Implement and adapt educational programs to meet the needs of students with SEMH.
- Support teachers in planning and delivering lessons that cater to SEMH needs.

**Behavioural Support**:

- Assist teacher to manage student's classroom behaviour to ensure a positive learning environment.
- Use behaviour management strategies to support students in managing their emotions and behaviour.
- Implement individualized behaviour support plans.

**Emotional and Social Support**:

- Build positive relationships with students to understand their needs and challenges.
- Provide emotional support and encouragement to help students build self-esteem and resilience.
- Facilitate social skills groups and activities to enhance peer relationships.

**Monitoring and Reporting**:

- Monitor students’ progress and provide feedback to SENCO, pastoral teams and teachers/parents.
- Maintain accurate records of students’ achievements, behaviours, and any incidents.
- Participate in multi-agency meetings and contribute to the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

**Collaboration**:

- Work closely with teachers, SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator), and other support staff.
- Liaise with external agencies (e.g., educational psychologists, social services) to support students' SEMH needs.
- Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.

**Environment**:

- Assist in creating a safe and nurturing learning environment.
- Support the implementation of health and safety policies and practices in the classroom and school.

**Qualifications and Experience**:
**Essential**:

- Relevant qualifications in education or child development (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning).
- Experience working with children with SEMH needs, preferably in an educational setting.
- Understanding of SEMH challenges and strategies to support students.

**Desirable**:

- Additional training or qualifications in SEMH (e.g., courses in mental health first aid, behaviour management).
- Experience in using specific interventions and programs (e.g., THRIVE, Boxall Profile).

**Skills and Attributes**:

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a calm demeanour.
- Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing situations.
- Commitment to inclusive education and equal opportunities.
- Organizational and record-keeping skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Temp to perm
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: From £14.45 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 36 per week

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Hackney: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- working in a school environment or other educational setting: 1 year (required)
- working with children / young people: 1 year (required)
- delivering learning activities: 1 year (required)
- SEN Teaching Assistant at Schools: 1 year (required)
- SEMH: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Enhanced DBS (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: SEMH- Hack

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