SEMH Teaching Assistant- Manchester

Do you have previous experience of working with Primary SEMH Children?

Milk Education are working with a school inManchester who are looking for a teaching assistant with expereince supporting children with SEMH needs and behavioural issues.

The SEMH and Behaviour Support Practitioner will work with this child on a one to one basis or support him within small or whole class groups, acting as a:

* Listener
* Facilitator for learning
* Encourager
* Motivator
* Role Model

Specific duties and responsibilities:

* Encourage the inclusion of this pupil with SEMH needs by using positive behaviour management techniques designed to develop the pupils ability to behave appropriately
* Provide specific support to this pupil dependent upon their individual needs and implement strategies to support this pupil with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties
* Model, within class, support strategies that will encourage and develop appropriate behaviour in a variety of settings i.e with individuals and group/whole class
* Model group based activities that will develop this pupils problem-solving, listening and social skills
* Work as a mentor (1-1 and in groups) with a view to helping him develop skills that equip him to better manage his behaviour and work constructively with others using a variety of specialised programmes e.g. anger management sessions, circle of friends, social stories, restorative practice
* Plan and facilitate structured games and activities to support pupil to make appropriate choices during unstructured times e.g. on the playground at break times and lunchtime

We are looking for a SEMH and behaviour practitioner that is:

* Inspirational and highly effective in the classroom
* Passionate about enabling every child to fulfil their potential
* Able to contribute to, and work, as part of a team
* Reliable and flexible to suit the expectations of our schools

What Milk-Education can offer you:

* Excellent rates of pay
* Direct links to local schools
* Training support sessions
* Video technology that will increase your chances of long term placements.
* Dedicated Consultants who will cater for your employment needs with 24/7 availability
* Commitment to quality and safeguarding
* 24/7 support for interview and lesson observation preparation

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Applicants will be subject to variety of checks including: an enhanced DBS check, full references, including from your most recent employer and eligibility to work in the UK. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment