Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of students with Special Educational Needs? Are you skilled in managing difficult behaviours and supporting children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges? If so, we have the perfect role for you!
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As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in creating a nurturing and inclusive learning atmosphere for students with diverse needs. Your experience in managing challenging behaviours and providing targeted support to students with SEMH requirements will be invaluable in promoting their academic, emotional, and social development.
What youll be doing:
* Collaborate with classroom teachers to implement tailored strategies and interventions for students with SEN and SEMH needs.
* Foster a safe and supportive environment that encourages positive behaviour and emotional well-being.
* Provide one-on-one or small group support to students, helping them overcome barriers to learning.
* Assist in developing and delivering engaging learning activities that cater to individual learning styles.
* Monitor and track students' progress, communicating effectively with teachers and parents.
* Act as a positive role model, inspiring students to build their self-confidence and develop crucial life skills.
The ideal person will have:
* Proven experience working with students with Special Educational Needs, particularly those with SEMH challenges.
* Strong understanding of behaviour management techniques and de-escalation strategies.
* Empathetic and patient approach when dealing with challenging situations.
* Relevant certifications or training in SEN support (desirable, not essential).
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
Why Horizon Teachers?
* We have been helping teachers/TAs find work since 2008.
* After 12 weeks we will pay you the permanent equivalent of the job.
* We offer free Safeguarding Training for all our staff.
* In our team, we have a collective experience of working with schools for over 80 years!
* Easy registration process via an online link and a video consultation.
* We always look to pay our Teachers/Support Staff the highest rates possible.
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We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. xsngvjr Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.