SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistant — Flexible Supply (Plymouth)

Randstad Education; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility

Competitive pay

Schedule 8:30–15:30

Local impact in Plymouth

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant (SEMH Specialist) in Plymouth on a day-to-day supply basis. You will support pupils facing SEMH challenges, helping them access the curriculum and develop self-regulation in collaborative school settings.

You will work with teachers and SENCOs to tailor support plans, using proactive strategies to manage behaviours and promote positive learning outcomes across local primary and secondary schools.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young adults with SEMH, EBD, or complex SEN needs.
• Strong behaviour management skills with a patient, non-judgemental, and adaptable approach.
• Training in Team-Teach or price/de-escalation strategies is highly desirable, but not essential.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

Responsibilities

• Learning Strategies: Help pupils access the curriculum by adapting tasks, implementing tailored learning strategies, and encouraging independent learning.
• Behaviour Support: Use proactive de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviours and create a calm, structured environment conducive to learning.
• Emotional Regulation: Act as a trusted adult, supporting pupils with developing social skills, self-regulation, and essential coping strategies.
• Classroom Collaboration: Work alongside class teachers and SENCOs to deliver targeted support plans and track vital pupil progress.

Skills

Behaviour management

Empathy

Adaptability

Job description

Randstad Education is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant (SEMH Specialist) in Plymouth on a day-to-day supply basis. You will support pupils facing SEMH challenges, helping them access the curriculum and develop self-regulation in collaborative school settings.

You will work with teachers and SENCOs to tailor support plans, using proactive strategies to manage behaviours and promote positive learning outcomes across local primary and secondary schools.