Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant - Trauma-Informed Support

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Bolton le Sands; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with an Outstanding-rated Secondary SEMH Provision in Bolton to recruit an SEMH Teaching Assistant. The role focuses on providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils aged 11-16 with SEMH needs, building positive relationships and promoting resilience.

The successful candidate will work in a nurturing, structured environment with trauma-informed practices, helping students overcome barriers to learning and engage with education daily.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour.
• Patience, resilience and emotional intelligence.
• Strong understanding of behaviour support and positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may have faced challenges.
• Support emotional regulation, self-confidence and resilience in learners.
• Assist teachers with engaging and differentiated lessons.
• Promote participation and engagement in learning activities.
• Support pupils through school day activities and transitions.
• Apply trauma-informed, restorative approaches to behaviour management.
• Monitor pupil progress and communicate with staff.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Secondary pupils

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with an Outstanding-rated Secondary SEMH Provision in Bolton to recruit an SEMH Teaching Assistant. The role focuses on providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils aged 11-16 with SEMH needs, building positive relationships and promoting resilience.

The successful candidate will work in a nurturing, structured environment with trauma-informed practices, helping students overcome barriers to learning and engage with education daily.