SEMH Teaching Assistant
Posted 06/11/26About the Role
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a progressive school, supporting secondary pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within a dedicated specialist provision. You will play a pivotal role in fostering a positive learning environment, helping young people develop essential emotional regulation skills and facilitating their successful reintegration into mainstream learning and wider school life. This fulfilling Teaching Assistant position offers a chance to make a profound impact on individual pupil journeys.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to secondary pupils with SEMH requirements.
* Implement effective behaviour management strategies to promote a calm and focused classroom.
* Actively support pupils in developing robust emotional regulation techniques.
* Work collaboratively with teaching staff to ensure an inclusive and stimulating curriculum.
* Facilitate pupils' successful re-engagement and progress within their learning.
* Contribute to the ongoing assessment and documentation of pupil development.
About You
* You possess a genuine passion for supporting young people with SEMH challenges.
* You have previous experience working with secondary-aged pupils in an SEN setting.
* You demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* You are resilient, empathetic, and possess a proactive approach to pupil support.
* You are committed to continuous professional development and reflective practice.
* You hold relevant qualifications or experience that equip you for this specialist role.
Why Join
Embark on a truly rewarding career path where your dedication will directly shape positive outcomes for young learners. This school offers a supportive and collaborative community, committed to professional growth and innovative approaches to education. You will benefit from a competitive daily rate ranging from £95 to £120, with flexible contract options including long-term, daily supply, short-term, and permanent roles starting as soon as possible. Join a team dedicated to nurturing potential and transforming lives.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a progressive school, supporting secondary pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within a dedicated specialist provision. You will play a pivotal role in fostering a positive learning environment, helping young people develop essential emotional regulation skills and facilitating their successful reintegration into mainstream learning and wider school life. This fulfilling Teaching Assistant position offers a chance to make a profound impact on individual pupil journeys.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to secondary pupils with SEMH requirements.
* Implement effective behaviour management strategies to promote a calm and focused classroom.
* Actively support pupils in developing robust emotional regulation techniques.
* Work collaboratively with teaching staff to ensure an inclusive and stimulating curriculum.
* Facilitate pupils' successful re-engagement and progress within their learning.
* Contribute to the ongoing assessment and documentation of pupil development.
About You
* You possess a genuine passion for supporting young people with SEMH challenges.
* You have previous experience working with secondary-aged pupils in an SEN setting.
* You demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* You are resilient, empathetic, and possess a proactive approach to pupil support.
* You are committed to continuous professional development and reflective practice.
* You hold relevant qualifications or experience that equip you for this specialist role.
Why Join
Embark on a truly rewarding career path where your dedication will directly shape positive outcomes for young learners. This school offers a supportive and collaborative community, committed to professional growth and innovative approaches to education. You will benefit from a competitive daily rate ranging from £95 to £120, with flexible contract options including long-term, daily supply, short-term, and permanent roles starting as soon as possible. Join a team dedicated to nurturing potential and transforming lives.
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