Mental Health/ Behavioural Support Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Gloucester is seeking a dedicated professional to support students aged 11-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and ideally have experience supporting children with ASD or SEND. This full-time role offers a pay of £89 per day and the possibility of a permanent contract, focusing on creating a nurturing environment for student growth.

Qualifications

• Patient, reliable and adaptable, with a caring attitude.
• Experience in nurseries, youth clubs, care homes, or residential settings.
• Personal experience supporting SEND children.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students with SEMH, ASD, and SEND.
• Assist with delivery of personalised learning.
• Support outdoor education and holistic development activities.

Skills

Experience supporting children with ASD or SEND

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Ability to manage challenging behaviour

Education

Sociology, psychology, sports, music, art, or drama graduates

Job description

Overview

Axcis are working with a specialist school dedicated to supporting students aged 11-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school offers a supportive and nurturing environment designed to help students overcome challenges, build emotional resilience and achieve their academic potential. With a focus on personalised learning, we provide opportunities for outdoor education and other activities aimed at holistic development.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students aged 11-16 with SEMH, ASD, and SEND as directed by school staff.
• Support the delivery of personalised learning and assist with maintaining a calm, proactive approach to behaviour management.
• Assist with outdoor education and holistic development activities where required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with ASD or SEND is highly desirable.
• Patient, reliable and adaptable, with a caring attitude.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with school staff.
• Ability to manage and support students with challenging behaviour in a calm and proactive manner.

Ideal Candidate

• Experience in nurseries, youth clubs, care homes, or residential settings
• Personal experience supporting SEND children
• Sociology, psychology, sports, music, art, or drama graduates

Additional Information

• Hours: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
• Full-time positions available
• Pay: £89 per day, based on experience and qualifications
• This role is initially temporary with the potential for a permanent contract

If you are passionate about making a difference and supporting SEND students, we want to hear from you!

Note: This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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