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Teaching Assistant - SEMH School

Spencer Clarke Group are currently looking for a Teaching Assistant to work across schools in Newcastle Upon Tyne This is an opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and helping them achieve their full potential.

You will be working closely with pupils who may have SEMH, behavioural or additional learning needs, providing support in the classroom as well as through 1:1 and small-group interventions.

The schools are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working with children or young people
• Has experience within a school, education or residential setting
• Is confident supporting pupils with SEMH or additional needs
• Can manage challenging behaviour calmly and confidently
• Can build positive and trusting relationships with young people
• Is patient, consistent and approachable
• Can support pupils with their learning and engagement
• Can work effectively as part of a wider school team
• Has a genuine passion for helping young people progress

Experience working in an SEMH school, mainstream school, SEN setting, PRU, residential setting, youth service or similar environment would be highly beneficial.

Locations:

Bolton, Salford, Rochdale and surrounding areas.

Please note that the specific school and further details regarding the opportunity will be discussed with suitable candidates during the registration process.

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks and Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible, and all employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have the legal right to work in the UK.
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Educational Needs and College level, as well as support staff positions across these settings.

To apply, please send over an up-to-date CV and a member of the Spencer Clarke Group team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.