SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Liverpool | September Start At Aspire People, we are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to join our schools across Liverpool on both daily and long-term supply assignments starting in September. This role is ideal for someone experienced in supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. You will be responsible for assisting the class teacher and supporting students with additional emotional or behavioural challenges, helping them engage in their learning, develop social skills, and improve their emotional wellbeing. As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in providing positive, proactive support to students, enabling them to access the curriculum and thrive in a safe and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities: Supporting Students with SEMH Needs: Provide one-to-one or small group support for students with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties, helping them engage with lessons and manage their behaviour. Behaviour Support: Implement behaviour management strategies to promote positive behaviour and help students manage their emotions and reactions in the classroom. Classroom Assistance: Support the teacher with classroom management, lesson delivery, and the creation of a positive learning environment for all students. Emotional Support: Provide emotional and pastoral support to students, helping them build resilience, self-regulation, and self-esteem. Liaising with Staff: Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to create individualised plans for students and ensure their emotional and academic needs are met. Monitoring Progress: Help track students' progress, both academically and emotionally, and report back to relevant staff on any concerns, achievements, or developments. Essential Skills and Qualifications: Experience: Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, or additional learning needs is essential. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents/carers. Understanding of SEMH: Knowledge of strategies and approaches for supporting students with SEMH, including de-escalation techniques, restorative practices, and behaviour management strategies. Patience and Empathy: A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach, with a genuine understanding of the challenges faced by students with SEMH needs. Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a wider team, collaborating with teachers and support staff to achieve the best outcomes for students. Flexibility and Adaptability: Ability to adapt to different school settings, staff teams, and student needs, particularly when working in a supply capacity. Desirable Skills: Relevant Qualifications: A qualification in supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or a related field would be advantageous. Mental Health Awareness: Knowledge or experience of supporting students with mental health needs or trauma-informed practices is desirable. First Aid Training: A valid First Aid certificate would be beneficial. Behaviour Management Training: Training or qualifications related to behaviour management, such as Team Teach or similar, would be an asset. Why Work With Us? Supportive Environment: Be part of a committed and caring team that is passionate about supporting students' emotional, social, and academic development. Professional Development: Access ongoing professional development and training opportunities to enhance your skills and expertise in supporting SEMH students. Varied Experience: Work across a range of schools and settings, gaining valuable experience while making a meaningful difference. Impactful Role: Play a crucial role in supporting students' emotional wellbeing, improving behaviour, and helping them achieve their full potential. How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with SEMH needs and have the relevant experience and skills, we would love to hear from you. Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. #INDTA Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.