SEMH Teaching Assistant

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Alternative Provision

Location: Worthing
Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday
Start Date: ASAP / September start
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you passionate about supporting young people who may need additional emotional, behavioural and educational support?

We are currently looking for a caring, resilient and enthusiastic SEMH Teaching Assistant to join an Alternative Provision setting in Worthing, supporting young people who may have struggled to thrive within a mainstream school environment.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is able to build positive relationships, maintain consistent boundaries and provide young people with the encouragement they need to re-engage with education.

The Role

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside teaching and pastoral staff to provide tailored support to pupils throughout the school day.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Building positive and trusting relationships with young people
• Encouraging pupils to engage with learning
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Helping to maintain a calm, safe and supportive environment
• Using positive behaviour strategies and maintaining consistent boundaries
• Supporting pupils to develop confidence, resilience and independence
• Working closely with teachers and the wider support team
• Acting as a positive role model for pupils

About You

The ideal candidate will be:

• Patient, calm and resilient
• Confident working with challenging behaviour
• Compassionate and non-judgemental
• Able to build strong relationships with young people
• Consistent and confident when setting boundaries
• Passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to education
• A good communicator and team player
• Able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations

Previous experience working with SEMH, SEN, challenging behaviour, Alternative Provision, youth work, residential care, mentoring, sports coaching or similar environments would be highly beneficial.

However, transferable experience and the right attitude are equally valued.

Why Apply?

• Rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference
• Supportive and inclusive school environment
• Gain valuable experience within Alternative Provision
• Develop your skills in SEMH and behaviour support
• Opportunity for a permanent position for the right candidate

If you're passionate about supporting young people and want to help them overcome barriers and reach their potential, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today to be considered for this exciting SEMH Teaching Assistant opportunity in Worthing.

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