SEND Teaching Assistant 1:1 EHCP (primary need SEMH)

About this role

Clapgate
Primary School is seeking to appoint 2 dedicated, nurturing and experienced
Teaching Assistants to provide 1:1 support for children with
Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP).

Post 1

To provide 1:1 support for 2 children with
Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP), whose primary area of need is Social,
Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH).

Both children are currently in Year 4 and
expected to remain with us until the end of Year 6

Post 2

To provide 1:1 support for a child with an
Educational, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), whose primary area of need is Social,
Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH.)

The child is currently in Year 1 and expected to remain with us until the end of Year 6.

We are looking for someone who
is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and who
understands that positive relationships are fundamental to successful learning.

The successful candidate will
work closely with the class teacher and SENDCo to support the child to access
learning, develop emotional regulation, build confidence and independence. The
role will involve implementing strategies and provision identified within the
child’s EHCP and SEN support plan, while promoting inclusion and participation
within the wider classroom and school community.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience of
  supporting children with SEMH needs and/or children who experience difficulties
  with emotional regulation and behaviour.
• Is calm, patient,
  consistent and nurturing in their approach.
• Can develop
  positive, trusting relationships with children.
• Understands the
  importance of a relational and trauma-informed approach.
• Can recognise
  potential triggers and respond appropriately to signs of dysregulation.
• Has high
  expectations of children while recognising and responding to individual barriers
  to learning.
• Can support
  children to develop strategies for emotional regulation and increasing
  independence.
• Is able to work
  effectively alongside teachers, the SENDCo, parents/carers and other
  professionals.
• Has experience of
  phonics and early writing.
• Is reflective and
  willing to develop their knowledge and understanding of SEMH needs.
• Is committed to
  safeguarding and promoting the welfare and inclusion of all children.

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