Learning Support Assistant - Chichester - SEMH School
Academics are recruiting on behalf of an SEN school in Chichester which caters for 80 boys aged 7-16 years who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH). They have a range of additional needs including Autism, ADHD, Attachment Disorders, Anxiety and Speech and Language Delay.
They are looking for a number of Learning Support Assistants / Teaching Assistants, ideally with experience of working in an SEN/SEMH school, or with a keen interest in working with pupils with challenging behaviours. You will be required to support pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis. Class sizes are small so they are able to meet their individual educational and emotional needs.
They are looking for Learning Support Assistants / Teaching Assistants to start ASAP on an on-going supply basis. There is the opportunity of temp to perm contracts for candidates who get on very well and are looking for a permanent opportunity.
You need to be able to build positive relationships with the boys, be able to think on your feet, be resilient and remain calm in challenging situations.
The school hours are 8.30am - 3pm.
If you feel you are suited to the above position and you are able to commit to a full-time, term-time contract, please apply by sending a copy of your up to date CV.
