SEMH Teaching Assistant

Posted 01/09/26
Wolverhampton, West Midlands, West Midlands
95 - 120 per day
Starts: ASAP
About the Role
A supportive school is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their specialist provision, working with secondary pupils facing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. This vital role involves providing expert behaviour support, fostering emotional regulation, and actively facilitating pupils' reintegration into a positive learning environment. Opportunities are available on a long-term, short-term, daily supply, or permanent basis, offering a competitive daily rate of between £95 and £120, with an immediate start possible.

Key Responsibilities
* Provide targeted behaviour support strategies for pupils within the specialist provision.
* Guide pupils in developing effective emotional regulation techniques.
* Facilitate the successful reintegration of secondary pupils into classroom learning.
* Collaborate closely with teaching staff to implement individualised support plans.
* Monitor pupil progress and provide constructive feedback on their development.
* Create a nurturing and understanding environment that promotes pupil wellbeing.

About You
* Possess demonstrable experience supporting young people with SEMH needs, ideally within a secondary setting.
* Show a genuine passion for making a significant difference to pupils' lives.
* Exhibit exceptional patience, resilience, and a calm demeanour in challenging situations.
* Hold a strong understanding of various behaviour management techniques.
* Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Be adaptable and proactive, ready to embrace diverse daily challenges.

Why Join
This is an exceptional opportunity to play a pivotal role in a highly supportive educational environment where your contributions will be genuinely valued. You will become part of a committed team dedicated to empowering pupils to achieve their full potential, benefiting from a rewarding and impactful career path.

Not quite the right role? We're working with a number of schools and nurseries — feel free to get in touch to discuss other current opportunities.

Dunbar Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and full compliance with safer recruitment procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

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