SEMH Teaching Assistant

Welwyn Garden City Source: WhatJobs

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Autism and SEMH Support Welwyn Garden City

Are you an experienced education professional who understands the importance of patience, routine, communication, and emotional regulation when supporting autistic pupils?

A school in Welwyn Garden City is seeking a compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide specialist support to young people with ASC alongside SEMH and behavioural needs.

You will play an important role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and develop the skills they need to become more confident and independent.

What You Will Be Doing as a SEMH Teaching Assistant in Welwyn Garden City

The successful SEMH Teaching Assistant will provide individualised support tailored to each pupil.

This may include:

Supporting pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH needs, and associated learning difficulties
Helping pupils understand and communicate their emotions
Using appropriate strategies to support emotional and sensory regulation
Providing reassurance during periods of anxiety or distress
Maintaining clear routines and expectations
Helping pupils transition successfully between activities
Encouraging engagement with classroom learning
Supporting positive behaviour strategies
Building strong and trusting relationships with pupils
Working alongside teachers, SENCOs, parents, carers, and external professionals

commute to Welwyn Garden City

Experience Required

Previous experience working with autistic children or young people
Experience within a school, specialist education, SEMH, or similar environment
An understanding of ASC and individual differences in communication and sensory processing
Experience supporting challenging behaviour in a positive and appropriate way
A patient and resilient approach
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young people with additional needs

Located in Welwyn Garden City

Benefits

Full time permanent contract
Supportive school environment
The opportunity to have a direct impact on pupil wellbeing and progress
Potential for long term or permanent employment

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.

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