Higher Level Teaching Assistant (SEMH Lead)

We are a large, friendly, supportive team looking for a well organized, proactive, caring and flexible Higher Level Teaching Assistant to fully support the SENCO, playing an active part in the faculty; helping support students in our classrooms and supervising the work of support staff colleagues.

The role will involve helping students develop self confidence and resilience, to develop a positive mindset and a greater capacity for learning. You will help the students to build friendships and to become integrated into our school community.

The role will include:

• Supporting students in class by abridging the learning, providing support strategies and helping students to develop skills to overcome barriers in learning
• Providing students with support for emotional regulation, relationships with others, building resilience and self esteem.
• Monitoring and evaluating impact of support strategies and making adjustments as necessary.