SEMH Behaviour Support Specialist | Mentoring & Intervention

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,527 - 19,372; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Islington is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support vulnerable young people aged 4-16. This full-time role involves building relationships and providing targeted interventions to help students re-engage with education.

Ideal candidates should possess mentoring or youth work experience and demonstrate patience and resilience. Join a committed team dedicated to making a significant difference in Islington's young lives.

Qualifications

• Experience in mentoring, youth work, or counselling.
• Ability to support children with SEMH needs.
• Strong relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH needs in and out of the classroom.
• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour.
• Deliver targeted interventions and support strategies.

Skills

Mentoring or youth work

Counselling or therapeutic support

Supporting children with challenging behaviour

Working with Looked After Children (LAC)

Trauma-informed practice

Job description

Academics in Islington is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support vulnerable young people aged 4-16. This full-time role involves building relationships and providing targeted interventions to help students re-engage with education.

Ideal candidates should possess mentoring or youth work experience and demonstrate patience and resilience. Join a committed team dedicated to making a significant difference in Islington's young lives.