Job Advertisement: Teaching Assistant for Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) Support Position: Teaching Assistant - SEMH Support Location: St Helens, Warrington, Runcorn Type: Full-Time Salary: £12- £15 per hour Start Date: September 2024 Role Overview: As a Teaching Assistant specialising in SEMH, you will play a crucial role in the academic and personal development of students facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges. You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff to create a nurturing and positive environment that encourages student engagement and success. Key Responsibilities: • Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with SEMH needs. • Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs). • Develop and maintain positive relationships with students to encourage trust and open communication. • Support classroom activities and help create an inclusive learning environment. • Monitor and report on student progress, behaviour, and well-being. • Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external professionals to ensure comprehensive support for each student. • Foster a safe and supportive atmosphere that promotes emotional well-being and resilience. • Participate in relevant training and professional development opportunities. Qualifications and Skills: • Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs. • A genuine passion for supporting students’ social, emotional, and mental health. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Patience, empathy, and the ability to build strong, positive relationships with students. • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. • Relevant qualifications in education, child development, or a related field are desirable but not essential. • Understanding of safeguarding practices and commitment to promoting the welfare of children. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Shannon Crowther on 0151 459 9299 | Ext: 3024 and click on the apply button.<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;150 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> Shannon Crowther&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0151 459 9299 | Ext: 3024</strong></strong>