SEMH support assistant

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Salford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a caring SEMH Support Assistant to join a KS3 Support Hub in Swinton, Salford. You will work with pupils who have social, emotional and mental health needs, helping them engage with lessons and develop positive behaviours.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, supporting SEMH and behavioural needs, and collaborating with staff to provide consistent, nurturing guidance in a safe environment.

Qualifications

• Patient and empathetic approach when working with young people.
• Ability to support pupils 1:1 and in small groups.
• Confident communication with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to KS3 pupils.
• Support pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with learners.
• Encourage engagement with learning and activities.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Work closely with teaching staff to provide consistent support.
• Create a calm, safe and nurturing environment.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Confident

Communication

Education

Experience in education/SEMH/SEND

Job description

SEMH Support Assistant - KS3

Location: Swinton, Salford

Contract: Full-time

Start date: ASAP

Tradewind Recruitment are currently looking for a caring, resilient and dedicated SEMH Support Assistant to join a KS3 Support Hub in Swinton, Salford.

The successful candidate will support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, helping them to engage with learning, manage their emotions and develop positive relationships and behaviours.

The role will involve:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Building positive and trusting relationships
• Encouraging engagement with learning
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Working closely with teaching staff to provide consistent support
• Creating a calm, safe and nurturing environment

We are looking for someone who is patient, empathetic and confident working with young people who may display challenging behaviour. Experience within education, SEMH, SEND, youth work or a similar setting is desirable, but relevant transferable experience will also be considered.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people while working within a supportive specialist provision.