Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Littlehampton, United Kingdom - Pink Tile Education - Sussex
Description
Job Title:
Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location:
Littlehampton
Salary:
Minimum £84 per day
Contract:
Monday, Thursday & Friday / Tuesday & Wednesday Temp to perm (Term Time Only)
About Us:
We are dedicated to providing high-quality education and support to secondary-aged students with SEMH needs. We believe in creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student feels valued, understood, and supported. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join our team.
Join our team as an SEMH Teaching Assistant and play a vital role in helping students overcome challenges and achieve their full potential
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide onetoone and small group support to students with SEMH needs, helping them to engage in learning and develop coping strategies.
- Assist teachers in planning and delivering differentiated lessons that meet the individual needs of students with SEMH challenges.
- Support students in managing their emotions and behaviours, promoting positive social interactions and selfregulation skills.
- Collaborate with the SENCO and other staff members to develop and implement individualised support plans for students with SEMH needs.
- Foster positive relationships with students, building trust and rapport to facilitate their academic and personal growth.
- Monitor student progress and behaviour, providing feedback to teachers and contributing to the review and evaluation of support strategies.
- Maintain a safe and supportive learning environment, intervening in crisis situations and deescalating challenging behaviours as necessary.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Previous experience working with secondary students with SEMH needs, preferably in an educational setting(desirable)
- A genuine passion for supporting the social, emotional, and mental health development of young people.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Patience, empathy, and resilience, with a calm and compassionate approach to supporting students in crisis situations.
The Incredibly Rewarding Experiences:
This role goes beyond conventional teaching positions.
As a Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Teaching Assistant, you will have the chance to:
- Witness the transformation of young lives as you help students grow emotionally and academically.
- Experience the deep satisfaction of being the rock that vulnerable young minds can lean on during difficult times.
- Celebrate the small victories that come with supporting students in overcoming obstacles and achieving their potential.
- Form meaningful connections with students and witness firsthand, the positive impact you have on their lives.
- Provide details for us to complete reference checks prior to employment. _
- Provide an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one (which Pink Tile can assist with). _
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