SEMH Mentor & Senior Teaching Assistant

Employer: Davenant Foundation School

Location: Loughton, East of England

Salary: Competitive salary

Job type: FULL_TIME, PART_TIME

Posted: 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Sector: Education & Training

Job Description

Understanding of and commitment to the ethos and values of the school A respect for young people, as well as adults, that is demonstrable through positive attitudes and behaviour Inter-personal skills e.g. diplomacy, confidentiality, sensitivity to the needs of others High levels of organisation and efficiency Team skills e.g. willingness to work with others, provide support and learn from colleagues Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines A commitment to undertake relevant training and CPD GCSE (or equivalent) C grade or above in English and Maths and a good level of ICT skills with sound knowledge of Word and other programmes relevant to the post ELSA and/or EBSA trained desirable or willingness to be trained. A record of excellent attendance and punctuality To work flexibly, undertaking tasks as directed, commensurate with the grade of the post Excellent communication skills, with the ability to adapt styles when necessary.

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