SEMH Support Assistant

SEMH Support Assistant

Position: SEMH Support Assistant 

Location: Preston

Hours: Full-time, 8:45 am - 3:15 pm, Monday to Friday 

Rate of Pay: £12.90 per hour

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young children? Do you have experience supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEMH Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a child in Year 3. This is a full-time position, offering the opportunity to work closely with a young learner, helping them to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

-          Provide 1:1 support for a child in Year 3 with SEMH needs, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment.

-          Implement strategies to manage and support challenging behaviour effectively.

-          Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO, and other staff to tailor learning activities to the child's needs.

-          Foster a positive, nurturing relationship to build the child’s confidence and social skills.

-          Monitor and report on the child's progress, adapting support strategies as necessary.

-          Promote inclusion and help the child to integrate with their peers.

Requirements:

-          Proven experience in supporting children with challenging behaviour.

-          Strong understanding of SEMH needs and effective intervention strategies.

-          Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

-          Patience, empathy, and resilience.

-          Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

-          Relevant qualifications in education or child development are desirable.

Why Join Us?

-          Competitive hourly rate of £12.90.

-          Opportunity to make a real difference in a child's life.

-          Supportive and inclusive school environment.

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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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