SEMH Teaching Assistant
Posted 01/09/26About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded school in the Peterborough area, supporting secondary pupils within a specialist provision. As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in enabling young people to thrive, focusing on behaviour support, emotional regulation, and successful reintegration into learning. This rewarding position offers flexible contract options, including long-term, daily supply, short-term, or permanent arrangements, with an immediate start available.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide dedicated support to secondary pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
* Implement effective behaviour management strategies tailored to individual pupil requirements.
* Guide pupils in developing their emotional regulation and coping mechanisms.
* Assist with reintegrating pupils into academic learning and classroom routines.
* Collaborate closely with class teachers and specialist staff to ensure holistic pupil development.
* Contribute to creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every pupil feels valued.
About You
* Demonstrable experience supporting young people with SEMH needs, ideally within a secondary setting.
* A genuine passion for making a positive impact on pupils' lives and educational journeys.
* Exceptional patience, empathy, and resilience in challenging situations.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with pupils and staff.
* An adaptable and proactive approach to supporting diverse learning styles and needs.
* A commitment to continuous professional development and best practice in SEN support.
Why Join
Seize this chance to become part of a dedicated team where your contributions will genuinely transform lives. You will benefit from a supportive environment and opportunities for ongoing professional growth, while earning a competitive daily rate between £95 and £120. This role provides an unparalleled opportunity to specialise in SEMH support and make a lasting difference to young people's educational outcomes.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded school in the Peterborough area, supporting secondary pupils within a specialist provision. As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in enabling young people to thrive, focusing on behaviour support, emotional regulation, and successful reintegration into learning. This rewarding position offers flexible contract options, including long-term, daily supply, short-term, or permanent arrangements, with an immediate start available.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide dedicated support to secondary pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
* Implement effective behaviour management strategies tailored to individual pupil requirements.
* Guide pupils in developing their emotional regulation and coping mechanisms.
* Assist with reintegrating pupils into academic learning and classroom routines.
* Collaborate closely with class teachers and specialist staff to ensure holistic pupil development.
* Contribute to creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every pupil feels valued.
About You
* Demonstrable experience supporting young people with SEMH needs, ideally within a secondary setting.
* A genuine passion for making a positive impact on pupils' lives and educational journeys.
* Exceptional patience, empathy, and resilience in challenging situations.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with pupils and staff.
* An adaptable and proactive approach to supporting diverse learning styles and needs.
* A commitment to continuous professional development and best practice in SEN support.
Why Join
Seize this chance to become part of a dedicated team where your contributions will genuinely transform lives. You will benefit from a supportive environment and opportunities for ongoing professional growth, while earning a competitive daily rate between £95 and £120. This role provides an unparalleled opportunity to specialise in SEMH support and make a lasting difference to young people's educational outcomes.
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