SEMH Behaviour Mentor | Flexible Supply TA

Academics; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 17,158 - 20,295; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility - choose days you work

Temp-to-perm opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Academics is seeking a Behaviour Mentor / SEMH Supply Teaching Assistant in Sheffield. You will support pupils with SEMH needs across partner schools, helping them regulate emotions, re-engage with learning and build confidence.

We value resilience and empathy, and welcome candidates with SEN or youth-work experience. The role offers flexible days, with pay ranging £92.56–£110 per day, including holiday pay, dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH, SEN, or challenging behaviour.
• A TA qualification is desirable, but not essential.
• Eligibility to work in the UK and strong references.
• DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs across partner schools in Sheffield.
• Help children regulate their emotions, re-engage with learning and build confidence.
• Provide consistent support and contribute to a positive learning environment.

Skills

Behaviour management

SEN experience

Youth work

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

Academics is seeking a Behaviour Mentor / SEMH Supply Teaching Assistant in Sheffield. You will support pupils with SEMH needs across partner schools, helping them regulate emotions, re-engage with learning and build confidence.

We value resilience and empathy, and welcome candidates with SEN or youth-work experience. The role offers flexible days, with pay ranging £92.56–£110 per day, including holiday pay, dependent on experience.