SEMH Teaching Assistant

• Support pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis with SEMH needs.
• Assist in implementing individual education and behaviour plans.
• Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Encourage emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and outside professionals.
• Track and report progress and behaviours effectively.

• Experience supporting children and/or young adults with SEMH or challenging behaviour.
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and de-escalation skills.
• Passion for working with vulnerable or at-risk children.
• Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.