SEMH Teaching Assistant: Nurture & Inclusion Champion

St James Church of England Primary School; Northampton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

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Job summary

St James CE Primary School in Northampton invites applications for a Teaching Assistant (SEMH) to support pupils with SEMH needs within our PARC nurture provision. This permanent post is 31.5 hours per week across 39 weeks per year and starts ASAP, contributing to a caring Christian ethos in our school.

You will work alongside the PARC Nurture Lead and Assistant Headteacher (Behaviour and Inclusion) to raise achievement, build positive relationships and implement inclusive practices across our

Qualifications

• Supports the Christian ethos and inclusive nature of St James and embeds values with children, staff, governors, parents and the wider community.
• Has relevant experience and/or qualifications to support children with SEMH needs.
• Understands SEMH difficulties in mainstream or specialist settings and responds with patience.
• Sets high expectations and motivates children to flourish.
• Is reflective and continually seeks to improve practice.
• Builds strong relationships with children with clear boundaries, empathy and fairness.
• Understands community and inclusion, builds supportive relationships within a team.
• Energetic, positive, and drives change for the benefit of all.
• Patient, resilient, and eager to make a difference.
• Starts each day with positivity and enthusiasm.

Job description

St James CE Primary School in Northampton invites applications for a Teaching Assistant (SEMH) to support pupils with SEMH needs within our PARC nurture provision. This permanent post is 31.5 hours per week across 39 weeks per year and starts ASAP, contributing to a caring Christian ethos in our school.

You will work alongside the PARC Nurture Lead and Assistant Headteacher (Behaviour and Inclusion) to raise achievement, build positive relationships and implement inclusive practices across our