Amnis are pleased to be working with a good high school academy in the Wigan area. The SENCO is looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with high SEMH needs. You will be predominantly working with this student on a 1:1 basis, to support them with their social, emotional, and mental health needs. However, you will be working as part of a wider supportive team of teaching assistants within the Special Educational Needs department, and you will therefore be supporting students across the school. This is an excellent long-term opportunity to work in a supportive, friendly and professional working environment. You will be made to feel welcome and join a dynamic team of SEN professionals. The job is full time to start as soon as possible. The working hours are 8:30 - 3:30, Monday - Friday, term-time only. There is potential for this temporary job to lead on to a contract further down the line. School Details * Staff morale is good. * Well organised. * Excellent SEND provision. * Effective relationships with parents. * Approachable and committed leadership team. Role of the SEMH Teaching Assistant * Starting as soon as possible. * Full-time, 8:30 - 3:30, Monday-Friday, term-time only. * Support children&teacher in classroom setting. * Intervention with small groups and 1:1. * Support and mentor children with high Social Emotional Mental Health needs. * Support children with ASD and Special Education Needs * Long-term temporary initially, could become permanent for the right person. Ideal Teaching Assistant * Previous experience of working with children and/or young people. * Knowledge or experience of SEMH and SEN. * Good at building relationships. * Team player with strong communication skills. * Patience and understanding. * An enhanced DBS check will need to be obtained before starting. If you like the sound of this job, please submit your CV and we look forward to talking to