Teaching Assistant Semh

We are looking to appoint an inspiring Teaching Assistant and a specialist in supporting students with Social Emotional and Mental Health Needs to join the Personalised Learning Centre at Bristol Brunel Academy.DetailsPermanent, Term Time Only, plus Insets This position is available 2 or 3 days per week from 8am to 4pm What we are looking for: We are looking for a Teaching Assistant SEMH to assist in the educational, personal and social development of designated students under the direction and guidance of the Inclusion Manager who leads the Personalised Learning Centre supporting students with SEMH needs. The position would be suited to someone possibly with an interest in seeking school-based experience working alongside class teachers, the Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator, other SEN specialists and parents/carers. Your duties will specifically include: - Working with the Personalised Learning Centre and Learning Support Team providing quality learning, social and emotional development for vulnerable children, including students who have a range of special educational needs and/or behavioural needs. Establish and develop effective support relationships with designated students both 1 to 1 and in small groups, guiding them to ensure they make progress in line with their specific learning objectives. Taking a role in the facilitation of the Academy’s approach to behaviour; including covering the Safety Net, fixed term suspension provision and associated admin. Leading the facilitation and supervision for students to complete academic work by helping to build confidence and support students to improve their own self -esteem as a learner. Facilitate mentoring sessions with key students with identified and personalised targets, which are to be reviewed with students and their parents/carers. The planning and delivery of high-quality interventions in small groups or one to one. Assessing and effectively track progress within these interventions. Working collaboratively with teachers, Learning Support Leadership and Senior Leadership to ensure effective identification, support and progress for all students.Your opportunity: Not only will you be working within one of our fantastic academies, but you will be a part of a diverse Federation working alongside professional and inspirational people. The Cabot learning Federation are committed to providing the very best learning experiences for every young person we educate which you can be a part of. You will have access to our generous benefits package including excellent annual leave entitlement, access to our pension scheme and a number of other well-being benefits. You will be working within a large multi-academy trust which provides dedicated training programmes and the opportunity to gain experience within other departments and CLF functions. Cabot Learning Federation Benefits: As part of the Cabot Learning Federation, we can offer you a range of benefits, including: Access to our pension scheme - Local Government Pension Scheme (if eligible) Dedicated Training and Development programmes Health and wellness sessions and discounts. Secured discounts for staff at a number of gyms in the local area. Flu Jabs Annual CLF conferences which provides CPD opportunity Comprehensive Induction process Competitive salaries which are reviewed annually Cycle to Work Scheme Employee Assistance ProgrammeAbout the Academy & Cabot Learning FederationAboutThe Cabot Learning Federation is a diverse Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) in the South West. We are proud to serve 15,000+ pupils who attend our nine secondary academies, nine primary academies, our all through provision, studio school, discrete Post 16 provision, two alternative provision schools and three SEMH special schools.CLF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The trust is proud to serve a diverse student population and their communities. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. We are proud to be part of a vibrant community and celebrate the richness of cultures, faiths and backgrounds of our students. We aim to develop a curriculum that is responsive to our pupils needs and reflects their diverse interests and backgrounds. The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive pre-employment checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list. This role involves working with children on a daily basis and is therefore in regulated activity.