Make a Difference in Children's Lives: Become a Mental Health Teaching Assistant!
Are you passionate about mental health and education? Protocol Education is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team as Mental Health Teaching Assistants. Work with children who have Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a specialist setting and make a lasting impact.
Why This Role Matters
Mental health issues among children are on the rise, with 1 in 6 children aged 5-16 experiencing a mental health problem each week. Your role as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant is crucial in providing the support and care these children need to thrive academically and personally.
About the Schools
Our schools cater to students with a range of needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges, and complex learning disabilities. Each student has an Educational, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP) tailored to their specific requirements.
We pride ourselves on being part of a supportive local authority, aiming to:
- Build each child's self-esteem
- Help them achieve challenging personal targets
- Foster an enthusiasm for learning
What We're Looking For
We need professionals who are:
- Passionate and Adaptable: You should be able to adjust your approach to meet each child's unique needs and manage behavior effectively.
- Believers in Potential: You must believe that every student, regardless of their background or needs, can achieve outstanding progress.
- Innovative Educators: Your teaching style should be creative, engaging, and inspirational.
- Excellent Communicators: Utilize various communication methods to present thoughtful lessons and support sessions.
- Caring and Driven: Build strong relationships with students, staff, parents, and the community, and contribute to their well-being.
Why Join Us?
- Professional Development: We are committed to your growth and career advancement.
- Supportive Environment: Work under strong leadership with a supportive team.
- Rewarding Experience: Our wonderful pupils will leave you with unforgettable memories.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're ready to inspire, motivate, and support children with SEMH needs, apply today! Don't miss this opportunity to join an experienced and innovative team with incredible potential.
For a confidential chat or to learn more about our positions, please call.
Apply now and be the difference in a child's life!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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