SEMH Teaching Assistant

Justteachers are looking to recruit a Behaviour Support Mentor to work within a school in Burnley for students who have withdrawn from mainstream education. The school is a specialist provision for students with SEMH (Social Emotional and Mental Health difficulties); the majority of students are disengaged, reluctant learners who can show challenging behaviours, often being referred to the school following trauma. As a result the working environment can on occasion be challenging. We’re looking for someone who is passionate about supporting young people reach the best possible outcomes. Working in this type of setting is very rewarding.

• The post is offered with a daily rate of £76 – £95 per day (dependent on experience)
• Working hours are 8.30am – 4:30pm Monday to Friday.
• Start date 20th March (later start date is possible for the right candidate)

The role offers an exciting opportunity to join a school with a unique approach and a supportive leadership team.

As a behaviour support mentor you will be supporting secondary age students (11-16 years old) both 1:1 and within small groups, providing both academic and behaviour support, as well as assisting the pastoral team within school.

The successful candidate will have experience working with children. Experience working adults with special needs or any kind of work which relates to supporting the progress of vulnerable children or young people would also be considered.

Ideal candidates will:

• Be comfortable working in challenging and sometimes difficult environments
• Be passionate about the development and learning of students with SEMH and want to make a difference
• Work well with teachers and school support staff as part of a professional team
• Be willing to build relationships with learners and understand what is behind the behaviour
• Be creative, flexible and have an active interest in working with hard to reach students
• Able to work as part of a team and support the ethos of a school

Desirable:

• Have experience working in Special Schools, PRU’s, SEMH Schools, Care Homes or Residential Homes

In return, Justteachers offers:

• Competitive pay rates
• No timesheets
• Weekly pay
• Free safeguarding
• A dedicated specialist consultant to support you and your needs
• Ongoing support and development

If you are a Teaching Assistant or Support Worker looking for a new challenge, please apply below, or call Holly now on 01756 243125.