SEMH Teaching Assistant
Posted 02/10/26About the Role
A thriving school is actively seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their specialist provision, focusing on secondary pupils in Billericay. This vital position involves supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, playing a crucial role in their emotional regulation, behaviour management, and successful reintegration into learning environments. We are looking for an individual available for an ASAP start, with opportunities for a range of contracts including Long Term, Daily Supply, Short Term, and Permanent positions, offering a competitive daily rate of £95 - £120. This challenging yet highly rewarding role offers the chance to truly impact pupils' educational journeys and personal development.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide consistent, tailored support to secondary pupils experiencing diverse SEMH challenges.
* Implement effective behaviour support strategies, fostering a calm and focused learning atmosphere.
* Facilitate emotional regulation techniques, empowering pupils to develop self-awareness and coping mechanisms.
* Assist in the seamless reintegration of pupils into their academic studies and classroom settings.
* Collaborate proactively with class teachers and SENCOs to deliver individualised support plans.
* Monitor and record pupil progress, contributing valuable insights to ongoing assessments and reviews.
About You
* You possess a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young people with SEMH needs.
* Demonstrable experience working with secondary-aged pupils, particularly within an SEN context, is essential.
* You exhibit exceptional resilience and a proactive, patient approach to managing complex behaviours.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills allow you to build rapport with pupils, staff, and parents effectively.
* You are dedicated to continuous professional development and embracing best practice in SEMH support.
* Availability for an immediate start is highly advantageous for this dynamic role.
Why Join
This is an exceptional opportunity to become an integral part of a supportive and forward-thinking specialist team within a thriving school environment. You will gain invaluable experience, making a tangible difference to the lives of pupils who genuinely benefit from your dedication and expertise. Shape positive outcomes for young people, helping them to unlock their potential and thrive academically and personally.
A thriving school is actively seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their specialist provision, focusing on secondary pupils in Billericay. This vital position involves supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, playing a crucial role in their emotional regulation, behaviour management, and successful reintegration into learning environments. We are looking for an individual available for an ASAP start, with opportunities for a range of contracts including Long Term, Daily Supply, Short Term, and Permanent positions, offering a competitive daily rate of £95 - £120. This challenging yet highly rewarding role offers the chance to truly impact pupils' educational journeys and personal development.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide consistent, tailored support to secondary pupils experiencing diverse SEMH challenges.
* Implement effective behaviour support strategies, fostering a calm and focused learning atmosphere.
* Facilitate emotional regulation techniques, empowering pupils to develop self-awareness and coping mechanisms.
* Assist in the seamless reintegration of pupils into their academic studies and classroom settings.
* Collaborate proactively with class teachers and SENCOs to deliver individualised support plans.
* Monitor and record pupil progress, contributing valuable insights to ongoing assessments and reviews.
About You
* You possess a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young people with SEMH needs.
* Demonstrable experience working with secondary-aged pupils, particularly within an SEN context, is essential.
* You exhibit exceptional resilience and a proactive, patient approach to managing complex behaviours.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills allow you to build rapport with pupils, staff, and parents effectively.
* You are dedicated to continuous professional development and embracing best practice in SEMH support.
* Availability for an immediate start is highly advantageous for this dynamic role.
Why Join
This is an exceptional opportunity to become an integral part of a supportive and forward-thinking specialist team within a thriving school environment. You will gain invaluable experience, making a tangible difference to the lives of pupils who genuinely benefit from your dedication and expertise. Shape positive outcomes for young people, helping them to unlock their potential and thrive academically and personally.
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.
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