SEMH Teaching Assistant

About the role

EdStaff are currently recruiting for dedicated and compassionate SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Teaching Assistants to support pupils within specialist school settings. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people who may face social, emotional and behavioural challenges.

You will play an important role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop confidence and reach their full potential. Working closely with teaching staff and other professionals, you will provide tailored support to students, helping to create a safe, supportive and positive learning environment where every pupil feels valued.

Key responsibilities

Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs. Build positive, trusting relationships with students, acting as a consistent and supportive role model. Support pupils in managing their emotions, developing coping strategies and regulating their behaviour.

Implement behaviour management strategies and follow individual support plans. Encourage positive behaviour, engagement and participation in classroom activities. Help create a safe, calm and inclusive learning environment.

Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff to meet individual pupil needs. Promote pupils' social skills, independence, confidence and personal development. Maintain a patient, understanding and consistent approach when dealing with challenging situations

Person specification

Patient, empathetic and understanding, with the ability to recognise and respond to the individual needs of pupils with SEMH difficulties. Confident in building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people who may have experienced trauma or challenging life experiences.

Calm, resilient and able to remain positive and consistent when managing challenging behaviour or emotionally heightened situations. Understanding of behaviour as a form of communication and able to respond with empathy rather than judgement.

Able to set clear boundaries, maintain consistency and use positive behaviour management strategies. Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to respond to changing situations and individual pupil needs. A good team player who can work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to support pupil development.

Passionate about supporting vulnerable young people, promoting inclusion and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning. Essential

requirements

Right to work in the UK. Experience working within a ...

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