We are seeking a strong, kind, and nurturing SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school on a long-term, temporary, ongoing basis, starting as soon as possible.

This diverse and inclusive school fosters strong relationships between staff, pupils, and families, creating a nurturing environment where pupils thrive. High expectations and a rich curriculum, including exceptional music provision and educational outings, support pupils’ academic and personal development.

The role involves providing 1:1 support for a pupil with social, emotional, and mental health needs, who may at times find it difficult to regulate their emotions and behaviour.

Duties as SEMH Teaching Assistant:

• Provide consistent and empathetic support to a pupil with additional social and emotional needs.

• Use positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques to help the pupil manage challenging moments.

• Encourage engagement, confidence, and independence in learning.

• Work collaboratively with teachers and pastoral staff to implement individual support plans.

• Foster a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment.

Ideal SEMH Teaching Assistant:

• Experience working with children with SEMH needs or additional behavioural challenges.

• Strong behaviour management skills and a calm, understanding approach.

• A patient, caring, and resilient attitude as an SEMH Teaching Assistant.

• Ability to build positive relationships and promote emotional well-being.

Why Step Teachers? 

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.  

We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment.   

Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. 

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.  

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