Are you a caring individual with a passion for supporting vulnerable adolescents in the community? Have you felt discouraged by the emphasis on exam results and OFSTED inspections in education? Or perhaps you're a recent graduate seeking valuable experience in a psychological environment?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! No specific teaching assistant training or experience is necessary. Schools value personalities with traits such as empathy, patience, calmness, and resilience, along with strong motivations and passions. The best teaching assistants come from diverse backgrounds, and we believe you could be one of them.

We are currently seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant to join our specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school in Fishponds. This role is not for the faint-hearted; our students have faced neglect and trauma and may struggle to regulate their emotions, sometimes resulting in challenging behaviors. However, building trust with them provides the opportunity to change lives, making this one of the most rewarding jobs imaginable.

Who Should Apply?

• Graduates: Especially those in fields such as art, drama, psychology, and criminology
• Youth Leaders
• Support Workers
• Carers and Babysitters
• Sports Coaches

Key Details:

• Location: Fishponds
• Accessibility: Easily reachable by public transport from UWE campus
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
• Start Date: Immediate or in September
• Contract: Permanent contracts offered after an initial trial period

If you believe you're the right fit for this role, please don't hesitate to get in touch. This is your chance to gain invaluable experience, develop your skills, and make a real difference in the lives of young people. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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