SEMH Learning Support Assistant

Job Title: SEMH Learning Support Assistant 

Location: Cheltenham

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £85 - £102 per day

Are you a looking to work in a SEND provision?

Do you have experiencing supporting children with additional needs and/or disabilities?

Do you have a patient and nurturing nature?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist school in Cheltenham, supporting with their recruitment for a SEMH Learning Support Assistant / LSA. This specialist provision teaches chilren accross both Key Stage 1 & Key Stage 2. with a primary diagnosis of SEMH / Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. The setting is centred on pupil’s development, as well as an intrinsic desire to make progress both academically and with their own emotional, social and behavioural skills.

The school is seeking a passionate team player to take on this short-term role, although there is potential for this to become a long-term placement for the right SEMH Learning Support Assistant / LSA. The successful SEMH Learning Support Assistant / LSA will bring a new dimension and skill set to this role, be keen to develop their own skills to adapt to the children’s individual needs and have a positive impact on the wider school.

The position will involve working with students across Key Stages 1 & 2 with diagnosis  SEMH / Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs and associated challenging behaviours. A proactive thinker with the ability to take control of situations confidently is necessary.

The successful SEMH Learning Support Assistant / LSA will have:

· Experience working with children with additional needs / disabilities

· Experience working with students with Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) and challenging behaviours

· Team-Teach or MAPA qualifications desirable

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

· A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

· Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*

· CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

· Market leading rates of pay

· TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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