SEMH Teaching Assistant — Psychology/Criminology Graduates

Academics Ltd; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Haywards Heath is recruiting a SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. Psychology, Criminology or Sociology graduates are especially encouraged to apply for this full-time, term-time post.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support, build positive relationships, and work with teachers and pastoral teams to help students manage emotions and behaviour.

Qualifications

• Psychology, Criminology, Sociology graduates encouraged to apply.
• Experience in youth work, mentoring, SEN or mental health support helpful.
• Resilient, patient and confident in challenging situations.
• Genuine interest in supporting young people's emotional wellbeing.
• Able to travel to Haywards Heath.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges.
• Build positive relationships with pupils who may have struggled in mainstream education.
• Help students manage their emotions, behaviour and engagement with learning.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support.
• Work alongside experienced teachers and pastoral teams.

Skills

Psychology

Criminology

Sociology

Youth Work

Mentoring

Job description

Academics Ltd in Haywards Heath is recruiting a SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. Psychology, Criminology or Sociology graduates are especially encouraged to apply for this full-time, term-time post.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support, build positive relationships, and work with teachers and pastoral teams to help students manage emotions and behaviour.