Semh Teaching Assistant

New Directions; Stretford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated account manager

Regular supply work

Competitive rates of pay

Potential long-term teaching roles

Job summary

New Directions Education Ltd is recruiting for a SEND Support Assistant to join a Nurture Base attached to a primary school in Irlam. The role is full-time and temporary, starting as soon as possible, with regular supply work and opportunities for longer-term teaching roles.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help pupils regulate emotions and access learning, and work closely with teachers and the SENDCO to build positive relationships and promote wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Previous school, care or support experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support within the Nurture Base.
• Help pupils regulate emotions and access learning.
• Work closely with teachers and the SENDCO to support learning and behaviour.

Skills

Calm, patient approach

Excellent communication

Relationship-building

Job description

New Directions are currently recruiting for a SEND Support Assistant to work within a Nurture Base attached to a primary school in Irlam, starting as soon as possible. This is a full-time, temporary role.

The School:

• Supportive and inclusive primary school with a dedicated Nurture Base.
• Provides additional support for pupils with SEND, SEMH and emotional regulation needs.
• Focuses on wellbeing, confidence, independence and engagement with learning.

The Role:

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support within the Nurture Base, helping pupils regulate their emotions, build positive relationships and access learning.

• Supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Building positive relationships with pupils.
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Helping pupils access learning and develop independence.
• Working closely with teachers and the SENDCO.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience supporting children with SEND, SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Previous school, care or support experience is desirable.

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

• A dedicated and expert Account Manager
• Regular and varied supply work
• Competitive rates of pay
• Potential long-term teaching roles
• Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
• A network of branches across the UK
• Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
• Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.