SEMH Teaching Assistant

We are recruiting for SEMH Teaching Assistants to work in a Secondary school in Newcastle. The school has an inclusive ethos and are looking to appoint a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistants to work both 1:1 and in small groups, to support pupils with additional educational needs. This role will suit a person who is passionate about providing positive learning opportunities for their pupils and supporting students in reaching their full potential. Experience of working in an education setting is desirable, but not essential. Individuals with relevant, transferrable skills will still be considered.The successful applicant will: Have strong communication skillsDeal with situations calmly and sensitivelyHave a collaborative approach and be able to work closely with other staff and familiesCare deeply about pupils academic, emotional and personal developmentBe able to use their initiative in meeting the needs of the student, depending on their individual communication and learning skillsHave drive and determination Adaptable, proactive and positive The school: Gives a kind, supportive, and welcoming ethosOffers an environment where excellence is the aim in everything they doClose to public transport linksOffers an environment where the potential of each child is at the heart of everything they do In addition, Protocol Education can offer: Competitive rates of payFREE continued professional development training (CPD) including Team TeachOngoing honest, friendly, and professional support from our dedicated team of experts 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. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.