Learning Support Assistant

2 months ago

Wirral, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

Job Title: 1-1 Teaching Assistant (SEMH School)

Location: Wirral

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Contract: Full-time, Temp to Perm, Immediate Start

About the Role:

We are looking for a nurturing, understanding, and supportive Teaching Assistant to provide 1-1 support for a Year 10 student in our secondary SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school, which has recently received a “Good” rating from Ofsted. This role is ideal for someone who is resilient and has experience working with special educational needs and challenging behaviour. You will play a key role in helping the student feel supported, building a positive relationship, and fostering a calm, encouraging environment that promotes both social and academic development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide 1-1 support to a Year 10 male student, focusing on his emotional well-being, academic progress, and behavioural management.
  • Establish a trusting, supportive relationship with the student, offering a calm, compassionate presence.
  • Employ strategies to help the student navigate challenging behaviour, providing guidance and positive reinforcement.
  • Collaborate with the wider teaching and support team to create tailored strategies that support the student’s individual needs.
  • Contribute to a nurturing learning environment that promotes resilience and self-confidence.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Experience working with students with special educational needs, ideally in a setting with challenging behaviour.
  • A nurturing, patient, and resilient personality with the ability to build strong, positive relationships.
  • Skills in behaviour management and a supportive, calm approach to handling difficult situations.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a supportive team.
  • Availability for an immediate start and commitment to a full-time, temp-to-perm role.

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.
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