SEMH Teaching Assistant
Posted 21/08/26About the Role
Join a innovative school dedicated to transforming lives, where you will provide crucial support to secondary pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within a specialist provision. This vital Teaching Assistant role involves actively implementing behaviour support strategies, fostering emotional regulation, and expertly guiding pupils back into meaningful learning experiences. We are offering flexible contract options, including long-term, daily supply, short-term, or permanent placements, with an attractive daily rate ranging from £95 to £120. Your impactful journey could begin as soon as possible, making a tangible difference every day.
Key Responsibilities
* Implement tailored strategies to support positive behaviour management.
* Actively facilitate pupils' development of effective emotional regulation techniques.
* Guide and support secondary pupils in their successful reintegration into curriculum-based learning.
* Collaborate effectively with teaching staff and other professional colleagues to ensure holistic pupil support.
* Contribute positively to creating a structured and incredibly nurturing educational environment.
* Provide adaptive and differentiated assistance to address the unique needs of each individual pupil.
About You
* You possess proven experience supporting secondary-aged pupils with complex SEMH requirements.
* Demonstrable expertise in managing and de-escalating challenging behaviours confidently.
* A genuine passion for championing pupils' emotional well-being and academic attainment drives your approach.
* You exhibit exceptional communication skills, fostering productive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
* An adaptable and resilient professional, you thrive when proactively addressing pupil needs.
* Your unwavering commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils is paramount.
Why Join
This opportunity offers the chance to become an indispensable part of a dedicated team, directly shaping young lives and facilitating transformative educational journeys. You will contribute to an incredibly supportive setting that values your expertise, encourages continuous professional development, and celebrates every pupil's progress. Embrace the daily challenge of making a significant, lasting impact within a school committed to innovation.
Join a innovative school dedicated to transforming lives, where you will provide crucial support to secondary pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within a specialist provision. This vital Teaching Assistant role involves actively implementing behaviour support strategies, fostering emotional regulation, and expertly guiding pupils back into meaningful learning experiences. We are offering flexible contract options, including long-term, daily supply, short-term, or permanent placements, with an attractive daily rate ranging from £95 to £120. Your impactful journey could begin as soon as possible, making a tangible difference every day.
Key Responsibilities
* Implement tailored strategies to support positive behaviour management.
* Actively facilitate pupils' development of effective emotional regulation techniques.
* Guide and support secondary pupils in their successful reintegration into curriculum-based learning.
* Collaborate effectively with teaching staff and other professional colleagues to ensure holistic pupil support.
* Contribute positively to creating a structured and incredibly nurturing educational environment.
* Provide adaptive and differentiated assistance to address the unique needs of each individual pupil.
About You
* You possess proven experience supporting secondary-aged pupils with complex SEMH requirements.
* Demonstrable expertise in managing and de-escalating challenging behaviours confidently.
* A genuine passion for championing pupils' emotional well-being and academic attainment drives your approach.
* You exhibit exceptional communication skills, fostering productive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
* An adaptable and resilient professional, you thrive when proactively addressing pupil needs.
* Your unwavering commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils is paramount.
Why Join
This opportunity offers the chance to become an indispensable part of a dedicated team, directly shaping young lives and facilitating transformative educational journeys. You will contribute to an incredibly supportive setting that values your expertise, encourages continuous professional development, and celebrates every pupil's progress. Embrace the daily challenge of making a significant, lasting impact within a school committed to innovation.
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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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