Teaching Assistant with a focus on SEMH
Job Summary
Contract Type:
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Working Pattern:
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Advert Start Date:
21/11/2024
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 04/12/2024 23:59
Salary:
Grade 3 SCP 7–11 (£12.59 - £13.47 per hour)
Job Category:
Schools - Support
Employment Location:
Hill View Infant Academy
Further Information
Teaching Assistant with a focus on SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health)
30 hours per week / 8.45am-3.15pm
Term time only (39 weeks)
Grade 3 SCP 7–11 (£12.59 - £13.47 per hour)
Fixed term contract linked to EHCP funding until the funding ceases or the child leaves the Academy.
To commence as soon as possible
The Governors and Head Teacher are seeking to appoint a conscientious and hardworking individual to provide support for pupils with complex SEMH needs and neuro diverse. The role requires the holder to be passionate and have experience with inclusion and hands-on practice of supporting children with challenging behaviours. This is based in a Year 2/ KS1 initially supporting a child with an Education Health Care Plan.
The successful applicant will:
• Be qualified to a minimum of NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline
• Be an outstanding and reflective practitioner with high expectations for all children
• Have strong behaviour management skills and strategies when working with children with complex needs
• Have a sound knowledge of ASD / ADHD
• Have experience of working with pupils with SEND
• Be proficient in supporting the delivery of all aspects of teaching and learning
• Be a team player who is also able to work independently
• Challenge and motivate pupils, promote and reinforce self-esteem.
• Promote positive reinforcement and provide positive feedback in relation to progress and achievement
The role will encompass the following duties:
• Working closely and under the direction of the SENDCo/ Class Teacher
• Support in classrooms for children with SEND/SEMH needs and supporting teachers and other staff with appropriate strategies.
• Supporting pupils to be included in the classroom as well as leading small group work with a SEMH (social, emotional, mental health) focus
• Supporting the day-to-day running of the SEND/SEMH bases.
• Facilitating behaviour/SEND intervention work.
• Implementing and following an EHCP, behaviour and Risk Reduction Plan where appropriate.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Hill View Infant Academy safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Board Procedures.
Vision Learning Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications irrespective of race, sex, marital status, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation or political belief.
Application forms should be returned to the school office. Please contact the school office regarding any queries.
Closing date: Wednesday 4th December 2024
Please note
This job is closed for applications.