Job Title: Secondary Teaching Assistant - SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) Location: Preston, Lancashire Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term --- ### About the Role: We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Secondary Teaching Assistant with a specialisation in Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) to join a well-regarded educational institution in Preston, Lancashire. This full-time, long-term position requires an individual who can provide support to students experiencing a range of SEMH challenges, to help them achieve their personal and educational goals within a secondary school setting. ### Key Responsibilities: - Provide tailored support to students with SEMH needs, facilitating their academic and social development. - Work closely with the teaching staff to implement individual education plans and behaviour management strategies. - Assist students in understanding and managing their emotions and behaviour, promoting resilience, and developing positive coping strategies. - Facilitate small group activities and one-to-one sessions aimed at enhancing learning outcomes and personal growth. - Act as a role model, mentor, and advocate for students, working to create a safe and inclusive learning environment. - Monitor and report on students' progress, providing feedback to teachers, parents, and other professionals as necessary. - Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team including teachers, SENCO, educational psychologists, and other healthcare professionals. - Participate in training and development activities to enhance knowledge and skills related to SEMH. ### Requirements: - Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or similar role with SEMH students within a secondary school environment. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage and inspire young people. - Patience, empathy, and a resilient nature, capable of managing challenging behaviour positively. - A relevant qualification in teaching assistance or special educational needs is highly desirable. - An Enhanced DBS check. ### Our Commitment: We are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where all staff and students can thrive. We offer a structured and extensive CPD program, opportunities for career progression, and a dedicated leadership team that values the well-being and development of every individual. INDLAN<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sara Rodrigues on 01772 540 740 | Ext: 3025.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br /><br />As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Sara Rodrigues&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 01772 540 740 | Ext: 3025</strong></strong>