Behaviour Specialist TA — SEMH Support & Resilience Coach

TeacherActive; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency seeks a Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant for a full-time role in Warrington. In this position, you will support young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs within a therapeutic school environment. Responsibilities include working closely with students to implement behaviour management strategies and fostering emotional growth. Experience with SEMH and a passion for student development are essential. Enjoy competitive pay and a supportive team environment while making a difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership and welcoming team

Opportunity to make a real difference

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with SEMH and challenging behaviours.
• A deep understanding of trauma-informed approaches is advantageous.
• A genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students with SEMH and complex behaviour needs on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Implementing strategies to manage behaviour and encourage positive choices.
• Helping pupils regulate emotions and develop confidence and resilience.

Skills

Experience with SEMH and challenging behaviours

Strong communication skills

De-escalation skills

Calm and empathetic manner

Job description

A leading educational recruitment agency seeks a Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant for a full-time role in Warrington. In this position, you will support young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs within a therapeutic school environment. Responsibilities include working closely with students to implement behaviour management strategies and fostering emotional growth. Experience with SEMH and a passion for student development are essential. Enjoy competitive pay and a supportive team environment while making a difference in students' lives.