SEMH Mentor for Secondary Students | Empathetic TA/HLTA

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking caring and resilient Teaching Assistants/HLTAs to support secondary-aged pupils with SEMH needs in the Woodbridge area.

You will help create a safe and positive learning environment, supporting pupils with emotional and behavioural challenges and collaborating with teaching staff to tailor support. HLTA candidates will deliver pre-planned lessons, maintain engagement, and provide continuity of learning in the teacher's absence.

Qualifications

• Patient, empathetic and resilient approach.
• Confident building relationships with secondary-aged pupils.
• Understanding SEMH needs and challenges in education.
• Ability to remain calm, consistent and encouraging in challenging situations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in a school, SEN provision, youth work or care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEMH and additional needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships to support emotional regulation and engagement.
• Support pupils affected by trauma, anxiety and barriers to learning.
• Promote positive behaviour with clear boundaries and consistent expectations.
• Help pupils develop emotional resilience, social skills and independence.
• Work with teachers to adapt support to individual needs and maintain continuity of learning.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Resilience

Communication

Teamwork

SEMH awareness

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking caring and resilient Teaching Assistants/HLTAs to support secondary-aged pupils with SEMH needs in the Woodbridge area.

You will help create a safe and positive learning environment, supporting pupils with emotional and behavioural challenges and collaborating with teaching staff to tailor support. HLTA candidates will deliver pre-planned lessons, maintain engagement, and provide continuity of learning in the teacher's absence.