SEN Teaching Assistant

 

Main characteristics

Location

Maidstone, Kent

Company

Protocol Education

Salary

£77 - £85/day

Employment type

Contract

Category

Education

Job summary

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students facing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges in Maidstone, Kent? Join Protocol Education on a rewarding journey to create a positive difference in these young learners' educational experiences.

About the Role:

As a dedicated member of our Protocol Education team, you will play an integral part in nurturing and supporting students with SEMH needs. Your responsibilities will include:

Providing one-on-one support to students, fostering their social and emotional development.
Collaborating closely with teachers and SEMH specialists to implement personalized support plans and effective behavior management strategies.
Assisting in various classroom activities, ensuring students' engagement and participation despite their SEMH challenges.
Cultivating positive and trustful relationships with students, contributing to their overall well-being and personal growth.
Qualifications and Skills:

We are looking for individuals who possess:

Previous experience in a school or care setting, supporting students dealing with social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
A solid understanding of SEMH conditions and effective strategies for support.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to empathetically connect with students and enhance their social and emotional development.
Compassion, patience, and empathy, driven by a genuine passion for supporting students facing SEMH challenges.
Flexibility and adaptability to cater to the diverse needs of students across different age groups and abilities.
A valid enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check or a willingness to obtain one.
Relevant qualifications, such as CACHE Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent.
Benefits and Opportunities:

By becoming part of our Protocol Education team, you will enjoy:

Competitive remuneration based on your qualifications and experience.
Flexible working hours designed to accommodate your availability.
Ongoing professional development opportunities and training.
Support from a dedicated team, ensuring a seamless and rewarding experience.
A unique opportunity to significantly contribute to the lives of students facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of students with SEMH challenges, apply for this opportunity in Maidstone, Kent with Protocol Education. Join us and help create a supportive and enriching environment that shapes a brighter future for these exceptional learners.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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