1:1 Support (SEMH) - Leeds

justteachers; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEMH Support Assistant to join a school in the Leeds area on a long-term basis. This full-time role is due to commence ASAP, with shortlisting currently underway.

The school provides a nurturing environment focused on helping pupils with SEMH needs overcome barriers to learning. You will provide focused 1:1 support to a pupil with SEMH needs, assist with emotional regulation and behaviour, and work with teachers and SEND teams to implement tailored

Qualifications

• Relevant experience working in an SEMH, behaviour support, or pastoral role.
• Experience supporting children or young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Strong understanding of behaviour management, de-escalation techniques, and restorative approaches.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Two education or school-based references.

Responsibilities

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with SEMH needs throughout the school day.
• Supporting emotional regulation, behaviour management, and engagement in learning activities.
• Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and SEND teams to implement tailored support plans.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Restorative approaches

Education

Two education or school-based references

Job description

About the role:

Justteachers is seeking a dedicated1:1 SEMH Support Assistantto join a supportiveschoolin theLeedsarea on along-termbasis.

Thisfull-timerole is due to commenceASAP, with shortlisting currently underway. The school provides a nurturing and structured environment, with a strong focus on supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs to overcome barriers to learning, build resilience, and achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with SEMH needs throughout the school day
• Supporting emotional regulation, behaviour management, and engagement in learning activities
• Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and SEND teams to implement tailored support plans

Pre-requisites:

• Relevant experience working in an SEMH, behaviour support, or pastoral role
• Experience supporting children or young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs
• A strong understanding of behaviour management, de-escalation techniques, and restorative approaches
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Two education or school-based references