SEMH Teaching Assistant, Primary KS1-2, Calming Support

Connex Education Partnership

Wirral

On-site

GBP 20,000 - 22,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is seeking a SEMH Teaching Assistant in Wirral to support KS1/2 pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, with a competitive weekly rate and potential for a direct contract for the right candidate.

You will work in a specialist primary SEND school and help pupils regulate behaviour using trauma-informed approaches and calming techniques. DBS checks are required.

Qualifications

Experience of supporting pupils with SEMH.
Empathetic and able to help pupils self-regulate.
Trauma-informed approach to challenging behaviour.
Promoting life skills and building confidence.
Willing to support forest school and outdoor activities.
Willing to work with families to implement behaviour strategies.
DBS update service or willingness to apply for a new one.

Responsibilities

Support KS1/2 pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
Help pupils regulate emotions using calming techniques.
Collaborate with teaching staff to implement behaviour strategies.
Promote life skills and confidence-building activities.
Participate in forest school/outdoor curriculum when possible.

Skills

Experience with SEMH

Empathy

Trauma-informed approach

Teamwork

Job description

You will work in a specialist primary SEND school and help pupils regulate behaviour using trauma-informed approaches and calming techniques. DBS checks are required.

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