SEMH Teaching Assistant
Posted 08/11/26About the Role
A forward-thinking school in the South East is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their specialist provision. This vital role involves supporting secondary pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, fostering a positive learning environment. You will be instrumental in assisting with behaviour support, promoting emotional regulation, and facilitating pupils' successful reintegration into academic learning. We are looking for individuals available for an immediate start, with opportunities for long-term, daily supply, short-term, and permanent contracts.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored support to secondary pupils exhibiting Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges.
* Implement effective behaviour management strategies, promoting a calm and focused atmosphere.
* Guide pupils in developing robust emotional regulation techniques and coping mechanisms.
* Facilitate pupils' successful reintegration into classroom activities and broader school life.
* Collaborate closely with teaching staff and other professionals to develop individualised support plans.
* Contribute to the creation of an inclusive and nurturing educational setting where every pupil can thrive.
About You
* Possess demonstrable experience supporting young people with SEMH needs, ideally within a secondary setting.
* Exhibit exceptional patience, empathy, and a genuinely nurturing approach towards pupils.
* Demonstrate excellent communication skills, enabling effective interaction with pupils, staff, and parents.
* Show a proactive and resilient attitude, capable of responding calmly and effectively to challenging situations.
* Be committed to fostering independence and empowering pupils to achieve their full potential.
* Hold relevant qualifications or training in supporting pupils with special educational needs.
Why Join
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of young people, earning between £95 and £120 per day. You will benefit from a supportive team environment and the flexibility of various contract types, ranging from daily supply to permanent positions. Grow your career within a school that values every contribution and invests in its staff's professional development.
A forward-thinking school in the South East is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their specialist provision. This vital role involves supporting secondary pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, fostering a positive learning environment. You will be instrumental in assisting with behaviour support, promoting emotional regulation, and facilitating pupils' successful reintegration into academic learning. We are looking for individuals available for an immediate start, with opportunities for long-term, daily supply, short-term, and permanent contracts.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored support to secondary pupils exhibiting Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges.
* Implement effective behaviour management strategies, promoting a calm and focused atmosphere.
* Guide pupils in developing robust emotional regulation techniques and coping mechanisms.
* Facilitate pupils' successful reintegration into classroom activities and broader school life.
* Collaborate closely with teaching staff and other professionals to develop individualised support plans.
* Contribute to the creation of an inclusive and nurturing educational setting where every pupil can thrive.
About You
* Possess demonstrable experience supporting young people with SEMH needs, ideally within a secondary setting.
* Exhibit exceptional patience, empathy, and a genuinely nurturing approach towards pupils.
* Demonstrate excellent communication skills, enabling effective interaction with pupils, staff, and parents.
* Show a proactive and resilient attitude, capable of responding calmly and effectively to challenging situations.
* Be committed to fostering independence and empowering pupils to achieve their full potential.
* Hold relevant qualifications or training in supporting pupils with special educational needs.
Why Join
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of young people, earning between £95 and £120 per day. You will benefit from a supportive team environment and the flexibility of various contract types, ranging from daily supply to permanent positions. Grow your career within a school that values every contribution and invests in its staff's professional development.
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