Unqualified Teaching Assistant - Behaviour Support
Posted 14 hours 12 minutes ago by Milk Education
Newcastle
Full-time Ongoing Position
Milk Education are working in partnership with a specialist Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) school in the Newcastle area, who are seeking dedicated and resilient individuals to join their team.
This is a full-time opportunity to support secondary-aged pupils who require specialist classroom support and may present with challenging behaviour.
About the RoleThis is a rewarding yet demanding role, ideal for individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people.
While this is an unqualified position, applicants must have recent relevant experience working with children or young people. This can include paid or voluntary experience such as:
- School or classroom support
- Youth work
- Sports coaching
- Behaviour mentoring
- Care or support work
- Alternative provision experience
Your role will include:
- Providing specialist classroom support to secondary-aged pupils
- Supporting students with SEMH needs and associated behavioural challenges
- Building positive relationships to help regulate emotions and behaviour
- Supporting learning on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
- Working closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams
You will play a key role in helping students feel safe, understood and supported in their educational journey.
The Ideal Candidate- Has recent experience (within the last 2 years) working with children or young people
- Is confident supporting secondary-aged pupils
- Has experience managing or supporting challenging behaviour
- Is calm, resilient and patient under pressure
- Has a genuine passion for supporting young people with SEMH needs
- Works well as part of a team and follows professional guidance
- Full-time, consistent work
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a specialist SEMH setting
- Supportive leadership team and experienced staff
- FREE CPD training - including behaviour management and safeguarding
- A truly rewarding role where no two days are the same
If you are passionate about supporting young people who need guidance, structure and positive role models, we would love to hear from you.
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Reference: INNEW